Heritage Eau de Toilette bottle Heritage
Edt Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1992 Year 2019
££ Price Tier ££
Ocean Wave Eau de Parfum bottle Ocean Wave

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Heritage Eau de Toilette
This is Guerlain's undisputed masterpiece. A classic that remains both timeless and polarising; a blend of old-school charm and modern sophistication. It's not for everyone, but if you get it, you *get* it.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Ocean Wave Eau de Parfum
This isn't just an 'ocean wave', it’s a full-on aquatic assault. Polarising and distinctly avant-garde, it’s probably not for the faint-hearted. Love it or hate it, you won't forget it.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 6%
Floral 20% 21%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 15% 13%
Sweet 11% 12%
Warm 12% 10%
Woody 22% 19%
Earthy 14% 14%
Animalic 6% 5%
Fresh 21% 25%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Heritage EdT
Ocean Wave EdP

Notes

Accords

Heritage Eau de Toilette Ocean Wave Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
89%
Aromatic
48%
63%
Warm Spicy
45%
60%
Powdery
56%
Patchouli
60%
Ozonic
60%
52%
Earthy
51%
Lavender
48%
Floral
47%
Citrus
Woody shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
89%
48%
Warm Spicy shared
63%
45%
60%
Patchouli shared
56%
60%
60%
52%
51%
48%
47%

Performance

Heritage Eau de Toilette Ocean Wave Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Heritage Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

Heritage isn't an everyday casual scent; its refined, woody-aromatic character and strong longevity make it more suitable for formal events and romantic evenings. While some find it office-appropriate in small doses, its complexity leans away from a relaxed, sporty vibe.

Ocean Wave Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

The powerful ozonic and woody accords give it a strong presence, making it a bit too assertive for office wear or formal events. However, its fresh, invigorating nature makes it suitable for casual outings or even post-gym refreshment, if you're bold enough.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
99%
Notes
86%
Accord
67%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Patchouli, Aromatic accords and Rose, Violet notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Heritage Eau de Toilette
Ocean Wave Eau de Parfum
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