Ginza
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2003 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
Shiseido Ginza is a divisive floral-fruity, with some finding it a chic crowd-pleaser and others dismissing it as a generic shampoo scent. If you're after a youthful, clean, everyday wear, give it a go.
This is a love-it-or-hate-it plum experience, a deeply polarising scent that splits opinions between 'masterpiece' and 'old lady cough drop'. Expect boozy plum and florals underpinned by woods and spice, but be warned: this chameleon changes dramatically on different skin chemistry and temperatures.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 10% |
| Floral | 28% | 27% |
| Fruity | 16% | 19% |
| Green | 3% | 5% |
| Sweet | 18% | 18% |
| Warm | 11% | 14% |
| Woody | 21% | 16% |
| Earthy | 11% | 13% |
| Animalic | 1% | 1% |
| Fresh | 13% | 12% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and moderate projection makes it ideal for office and casual wear without being overwhelming. While some find it elegant enough for dates, its 'shampoo-y' quality lessens its suitability for formal settings.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and decent longevity make it versatile for various settings, though it truly shines as a seductive choice for dates and formal events. While some find it too 'heavy' for casual wear, its nuanced depth also suits sophisticated daytime outings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Fruity, Woody accords and Jasmine, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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