Perfumer's Choice No.11 By Leo Eau de Toilette vs Acqua Essenziale Blu Eau de Parfum

Perfumer's Choice No.11 By Leo

Edt	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	U
2018	Year	2014
£	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Perfumer's Choice No.11 By Leo Eau de Toilette

Possibly the best Sauvage-style scent for the price, No.11 by Leo unleashes a crisp, spicy, and modern masculinity with room-filling power and impressive longevity. Unapologetically direct and crowd-pleasing.

Statement

Our Verdict - Acqua Essenziale Blu Eau de Parfum

This blue fragrance is a proper bargain: a solid, versatile performer that consistently earns compliments. While some compare it to Dylan Blue or even BDC, Acqua Essenziale Blu certainly carves out its own niche in the 'blue' genre, offering a smoother, more rounded, and noticeably powdery take that stands apart. It's a crowd-pleaser for sure, especially considering the price.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	14%	21%
Floral	10%	6%
Fruity	1%	1%
Green	8%	6%
Sweet	5%	14%
Warm	19%	15%
Woody	23%	20%
Earthy	18%	12%
Animalic	5%	3%
Fresh	23%	27%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 50% vs 33%

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Pepper 50%

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Lemon 38% Cardamom 28%

Shared Notes

Lavender 27% vs 43%

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Patchouli 27% Vetiver 24% Geranium 21%

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Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 34% Cedar 22%

Shared Notes

Ambroxan 36% vs 28%

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Labdanum 32% Cedar 32%

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Tonka Bean 33% Benzoin 21% Patchouli 17%

Accords

Perfumer's Choice No.11 By Leo Eau de Toilette Acqua Essenziale Blu Eau de Parfum

65%

Amber

100%

95%

Fresh Spicy

54%

60%

Aromatic

84%

80%

Citrus

83%

45%

Woody

82%

Warm Spicy

75%

50%

Lavender

70%

Vanilla

63%

Earthy

57%

50%

Musky

49%

Amber shared

65%

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

95%

54%

Aromatic shared

60%

84%

Citrus shared

80%

83%

Woody shared

45%

82%

Warm Spicy

75%

Lavender shared

50%

70%

Vanilla

63%

Earthy

57%

Musky shared

50%

49%

Performance

Perfumer's Choice No.11 By Leo Eau de Toilette Acqua Essenziale Blu Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Perfumer's Choice No.11 By Leo Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

The fresh spicy opening and aromatic heart make it ideal for spring and fall when briskness and vibrancy are desirable. Its woody-amber base is strong enough for cooler days but can be a bit much in high heat or deep winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Its bold projection and spicy-fresh character are great for casual outings and social gatherings but may overpower in formal or office settings. The energetic trail makes it a confident choice for dates rather than professional environments.

Acqua Essenziale Blu Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal Sport

Its versatile 'blue' profile makes it suitable for almost any occasion, and its moderate projection and good longevity mean it won't overwhelm an office, yet still carries enough presence for a date or casual outing. Reviewers frequently call it an 'all-rounder' and a 'swiss army knife' fragrance.