Mystere Eau de Parfum bottle Mystere
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1978 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Catherine Eau de Parfum bottle Catherine

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Mystere
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Catherine
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mystere
This discontinued 70s treasure is a love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find its complex, animalic chypre character utterly captivating, a truly classic scent that commands attention. Others are put off by its challenging green and civet notes, finding it a bit too much for modern tastes.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Catherine
This perfume is a divisive one. You'll either love its clean, classic floral aldehydic scent, or you'll find it an unpleasant, synthetic 'goblin juice'. It performs well, so if you're a fan of the style, it's a bargain.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 5% 7%
Floral 27% 30%
Fruity 2% 0%
Green 19% 18%
Sweet 11% 10%
Warm 10% 0%
Woody 13% 15%
Earthy 13% 13%
Animalic 10% 8%
Fresh 16% 23%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mystere EdP
Catherine EdP

Notes

Accords

Mystere Catherine
100%
Aromatic
85%
Green
100%
97%
Woody
64%
Aldehydic
80%
70%
Floral
68%
Fresh
70%
66%
Earthy
60%
66%
Musky
51%
64%
Powdery
60%
62%
Mossy
62%
58%
Animalic
100%
Green shared
85%
100%
Woody shared
97%
64%
80%
Floral shared
70%
68%
70%
Earthy shared
66%
60%
Musky shared
66%
51%
Powdery shared
64%
60%
Mossy shared
62%
62%
58%

Performance

Mystere Catherine
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Mystere

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Mystere's strong, complex profile and lingering sillage make it unsuitable for an office setting or casual wear. It excels in formal and date scenarios, projecting an air of vintage sophistication and allure, as many reviews highlight its seductive quality.

Catherine

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its clean, soapy character and moderate sillage make it suitable for office and casual wear, providing a fresh aura without being overpowering. While long-lasting, it isn't overtly sensual for dates, but its elegance can work for some formal settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
89%
Accord
68%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Green, Floral accords and Rose, Lily Of The Valley notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Mystere
Catherine
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