Elle
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2007 | Year | 2021 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ginza
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Which Should You Buy?
This YSL classic is seriously divisive, striking a chord between love and hate. Some hail it as a unique masterpiece, while others dismiss its strong patchouli and spicy elements as dated or even unpleasant. A true take-it-or-leave-it scent.
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.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 5% |
| Floral | 30% | 28% |
| Fruity | 12% | 16% |
| Green | 5% | 3% |
| Sweet | 16% | 18% |
| Warm | 8% | 11% |
| Woody | 20% | 21% |
| Earthy | 18% | 11% |
| Animalic | 1% | 1% |
| Fresh | 18% | 13% |
Mood
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and patchouli-heavy character make it a bit much for a formal office environment, though it's elegant enough for a special work event. The strong, unique profile suits dates and formal occasions well, but can be scaled back for casual wear. Definitely not a sport fragrance.
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Woody, Patchouli accords and Jasmine, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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