Splendida Iris d'Or Eau de Parfum bottle Splendida Iris d'Or
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2017 Year 2012
££ Price Tier ££
Ombre Mercure Eau de Parfum bottle Ombre Mercure

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Splendida Iris d'Or
This one is a classic iris, but it's not for everyone. Some call it a goddess-tier scent, others a bit too traditional. If you love a sophisticated, powdery floral that whispers rather than shouts, Iris d'Or is worth a try - especially if you miss the OG Bvlgari Pour Femme.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Ombre Mercure
A divisive take on a powdery floral, Ombre Mercure is either a velvety, luxurious violet dream or a soapy, medicinal scrubber. Fans adore its sophisticated, 'makeup bag' vibe, while detractors find it too old-fashioned or simply unpleasant. It's a statement, not a safe blind buy.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 12% 0%
Floral 28% 27%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 28% 24%
Sweet 14% 22%
Warm 1% 5%
Woody 13% 13%
Earthy 11% 14%
Animalic 0% 1%
Fresh 18% 21%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Splendida Iris d'Or EdP
Ombre Mercure EdP

Notes

Only in Splendida Iris d'Or
Green 58% Bergamot 42%
Only in Ombre Mercure
Violet Leaf 100%
Shared Notes
Iris 51% vs 20%

Accords

Splendida Iris d'Or Ombre Mercure
100%
Powdery
100%
94%
Iris
87%
65%
Woody
77%
52%
Violet Floral
76%
68%
Green
61%
Ozonic
52%
61%
Earthy
58%
Amber
57%
Vanilla
56%
52%
Aquatic
52%
Floral
50%
Powdery shared
100%
100%
Iris shared
94%
87%
Woody shared
65%
77%
Violet Floral shared
52%
76%
68%
Ozonic shared
61%
52%
Earthy shared
61%
58%
57%
56%
52%
Floral shared
52%
50%

Performance

Splendida Iris d'Or Ombre Mercure
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Splendida Iris d'Or

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate projection and sophisticated powdery-floral character make it ideal for office and formal wear. While suitable for dates and casual outings, it's perhaps too refined for typical sporty activities, as many reviewers highlight its soft, elegant nature over strong sillage.

Ombre Mercure

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate projection and sophisticated powdery floral profile make it suitable for dates and formal events. While some find it too opulent for everyday wear, its warm and comforting drydown can lend itself to casual outings, though its intensity lowers its office appropriateness.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
85%
Accord
77%
Key Similarities

Both share Powdery, Iris, Woody accords and Sandalwood, Orris notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Splendida Iris d'Or
Ombre Mercure
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