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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2002 | Year | 2006 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ange ou Demon
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Which Should You Buy?
A truly unique Serge Lutens creation that balances sweet, herbal, and floral notes with a refined elegance. This 'bittersweet' beauty is divisive for some, but a 'love' for many who appreciate its subtle, comforting complexity.
Givenchy's 'Ange ou Demon' is a truly divisive scent- one sniff and you'll either be captivated by its enigmatic embrace or you'll recoil from its peculiar charm. This is for the bold, not the faint-hearted. It’s a love-it-or-hate-it kind of potion.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 6% |
| Floral | 28% | 30% |
| Fruity | 4% | 3% |
| Green | 24% | 10% |
| Sweet | 38% | 33% |
| Warm | 21% | 18% |
| Woody | 0% | 7% |
| Earthy | 5% | 11% |
| Animalic | 2% | 7% |
| Fresh | 11% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and skin-scent tendency make it suitable for close-quarters like the office, while its unique, comforting profile is perfect for casual and date settings. The inherent elegance also works for formal events, though perhaps not for high-energy activities.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and unique, polarising character make it unsuitable for office wear, but its alluring depth is perfect for dates and evening events. While some find it versatile for daily wear, its strength and rich accords lean away from casual or sport settings, shining instead in cooler environments.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Vanilla, Sweet, Warm Spicy accords and Lily, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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