Lyric Woman Eau de Parfum bottle Lyric Woman
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2008 Year 2015
££ Price Tier ££
Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum bottle Soir d'Orient

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Lyric Woman Eau de Parfum
Lyric Woman is a divisive beast, a deep, complex rose for the seasoned palate. Some find it a gothic masterpiece, others a dusty relic, but everyone agrees it's a bold statement.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum
This one's a proper grown-up scent, divisive as hell but an absolute masterpiece for those who get it. Prepare for an intense, opulent journey; definitely not a casual spritz.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9% 8%
Floral 24% 17%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 8% 14%
Sweet 19% 11%
Warm 27% 27%
Woody 14% 16%
Earthy 13% 19%
Animalic 5% 5%
Fresh 10% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Lyric Woman EdP
Soir d'Orient EdP

Notes

Only in Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum
Saffron 39% Galbanum 37% Lemon 23%
Shared Notes
Rose 26% vs 34%
Geranium 16% vs 31%
Only in Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum
Pepper 33%
Shared Notes
Incense 15% vs 39%
Sandalwood 13% vs 28%
Patchouli 10% vs 32%

Accords

Lyric Woman Eau de Parfum Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum
100%
Warm Spicy
100%
94%
Woody
62%
57%
Fresh Spicy
84%
75%
Rose
74%
68%
Amber
62%
65%
Aromatic
65%
55%
Balsamic
64%
63%
Powdery
52%
Smoky
58%
Patchouli
52%
51%
Musky
Green
51%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
94%
62%
Fresh Spicy shared
57%
84%
Rose shared
75%
74%
Amber shared
68%
62%
Aromatic shared
65%
65%
Balsamic shared
55%
64%
63%
Smoky shared
52%
58%
52%
51%
51%

Performance

Lyric Woman Eau de Parfum Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Lyric Woman Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its rich, strong character and often intense projection make it less suitable for office wear, but perfect for date nights and formal events where its luxurious feel can shine. While some enjoy it casually, its depth leans more towards special occasions.

Soir d'Orient Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong, long-lasting projection and bold character, Soir d'Orient is best reserved for evening and formal events, or intimate dates. It's far too intense for casual wear or the office, as many reviewers note it's a 'scent bomb' demanding of its wearer.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
84%
Accord
86%
Key Similarities

Both share Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Rose accords and Rose, Geranium notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

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