Mercedes-Benz Ultimate Eau de Parfum bottle Mercedes-Benz Ultimate
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2022 Year 2024
££ Price Tier ££££
Traviata Eau de Parfum bottle Traviata

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Mercedes-Benz Ultimate
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Traviata
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mercedes-Benz Ultimate
A divisive one, this. Some reckon it's a stellar budget-friendly clone of PDM Greenley and Dior Sauvage, a year-round versatile gem. Others dismiss it as a generic 'bubblegum sweet' or 'shaving cream' scent, best avoided. Blind buy at your own risk.
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Our Verdict - Traviata
Divisive, complex, and certainly not a safe blind buy. Traviata is for those bored with the mainstream, offering a unique and challenging experience. You'll either love how boundary-pushing and elegant it is, or find it screechy and metallic.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 10%
Floral 7% 12%
Fruity 11% 14%
Green 11% 13%
Sweet 17% 13%
Warm 12% 13%
Woody 30% 19%
Earthy 10% 14%
Animalic 1% 1%
Fresh 22% 18%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mercedes-Benz Ultimate EdP
Traviata EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lavender 58% vs 40%
Only in Mercedes-Benz Ultimate
Cedar 41%
Only in Traviata
Citrus 32% Green 27%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 18% vs 30%
Only in Mercedes-Benz Ultimate
Sandalwood 30% Amber 29% Cypress 23%

Accords

Mercedes-Benz Ultimate Traviata
100%
Woody
100%
58%
Fruity
90%
68%
Lavender
85%
55%
Amber
79%
46%
Warm Spicy
78%
74%
Fresh Spicy
52%
47%
Citrus
64%
Sweet
63%
62%
Aromatic
55%
54%
Powdery
46%
Green
52%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Fruity shared
58%
90%
Lavender shared
68%
85%
Amber shared
55%
79%
Warm Spicy shared
46%
78%
Fresh Spicy shared
74%
52%
Citrus shared
47%
64%
63%
Aromatic shared
62%
55%
54%
Green shared
46%
52%

Performance

Mercedes-Benz Ultimate Traviata
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Mercedes-Benz Ultimate

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and versatile woody-fresh spicy profile make it suitable for various settings, from office to casual outings. However, some find it a bit too bold for very formal events or high-intensity sports.

Traviata

Seasons

Best For:
Summer Autumn

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and summer pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its complexity and potent character, Traviata is best suited for evenings and special events rather than a casual office setting. Its sophisticated woody-amber base, combined with the 'not for everybody' sentiment from reviews, makes it ideal for distinctive date nights or formal gatherings where you want to stand out.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
81%
Accord
90%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Fruity, Lavender accords and Lavender, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Mercedes-Benz Ultimate
Traviata
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