Serpentine Eau de Parfum vs Shanghai 1930 Extrait

Serpentine

Edp	Concentration	Extrait
U	Gender	U
2005	Year	2023
££	Price Tier	££

Shanghai 1930

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Serpentine Eau de Parfum

Serpentine is a tale of two fragrances: a bold, spicy-sweet tropical dream for some; a "perfumey," headache-inducing generic floral for others. It sparks strong opinions, but its golden bottle and unique profile mean it's worth a sniff to see which side of the divide you fall on.

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Our Verdict - Shanghai 1930 Extrait

This one's a divisive floral beast - you'll either swoon over its potent white florals and tea or find it a sugary, overwhelming mess. Not for the timid, but if you want to make a statement, this has the projection to do it.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	7%	1%
Floral	22%	29%
Fruity	16%	13%
Green	11%	12%
Sweet	30%	34%
Warm	18%	14%
Woody	11%	7%
Earthy	6%	6%
Animalic	4%	6%
Fresh	12%	9%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Serpentine EdP

Shanghai 1930 Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes

Mango 30% vs 23%

Only in Serpentine Eau de Parfum

Mandarin 26% Gardenia 25% Artemisia 19%

Only in Shanghai 1930 Extrait

Tea 25% Violet Leaf 21% Plum 17% Cinnamon 14%

Only in Serpentine Eau de Parfum

Frangipani 31% Tiare Flower 29% Pepper 24% Violet Leaf 16%

Only in Shanghai 1930 Extrait

Tuberose 22% Jasmine 18% Magnolia 17% Ylang-Ylang 15% Champaca 15% Orchid 14%

Shared Notes

Amber 40% vs 20%

Sandalwood 29% vs 20%

Only in Serpentine Eau de Parfum

Tolu Balsam 30%

Only in Shanghai 1930 Extrait

Vanilla 21% Tonka Bean 20% Myrrh 18%

Accords

Serpentine Eau de Parfum Shanghai 1930 Extrait

100%

Floral

90%

94%

White Floral

100%

95%

Amber

Sweet

87%

85%

Tropical

67%

Tuberose

80%

72%

Fruity

72%

Green

72%

71%

Citrus

67%

Powdery

65%

Fresh Spicy

Ozonic

65%

64%

Warm Spicy

56%

Lactonic

Aquatic

51%

Woody

50%

Floral shared

100%

90%

White Floral shared

94%

100%

Amber

95%

Sweet

87%

Tropical shared

85%

67%

Tuberose

80%

Fruity shared

72%

Green

72%

Citrus

71%

Powdery

67%

Fresh Spicy

65%

Ozonic

65%

Warm Spicy

64%

Lactonic

56%

Aquatic

51%

Woody

50%

Performance

Serpentine Eau de Parfum Shanghai 1930 Extrait

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Serpentine Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Summer Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its potent projection and warm, sensual amber-floral character make it more suited for evenings and social gatherings, lowering its office score. While some find it too strong for daily wear, its versatility-from casual to formal, depending on application-is frequently noted by reviewers, though its richness leans it more towards formal and date night settings.

Shanghai 1930 Extrait

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its powerful projection and longevity make it less suitable for office wear, potentially overwhelming close quarters. However, its bold and luxurious floral character, often described as 'captivating' and 'unique', is perfect for making an impression on a date or at a formal event.