Cassiopea Eau de Parfum bottle Cassiopea
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2015 Year 1992
££££ Price Tier ££
Minotaure Eau de Parfum bottle Minotaure

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Cassiopea Eau de Parfum
This one is a total divider. Some will find Cassiopea a juicy, elegant tropical dream, while others will dismiss it as a cheap, headache-inducing fruity floral with the staying power of a politician's promise. Tread carefully.
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Our Verdict - Minotaure Eau de Parfum
This 90s classic is a frustrating tale of two perfumes. The vintage Minotaure is a complex, seductive masterpiece, while current versions are a watered-down shadow of their former self. Seek out the original, if you can, to experience its true charm.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7% 7%
Floral 28% 30%
Fruity 12% 7%
Green 14% 14%
Sweet 24% 25%
Warm 5% 10%
Woody 9% 9%
Earthy 3% 3%
Animalic 9% 6%
Fresh 18% 17%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Cassiopea EdP
Minotaure EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 34% vs 24%
Only in Cassiopea Eau de Parfum
Carnation 33%
Only in Minotaure Eau de Parfum
Geranium 28% Jasmine 25%
Shared Notes
Tonka Bean 36% vs 19%
Musk 35% vs 15%
Sandalwood 27% vs 16%
Only in Minotaure Eau de Parfum
Vanilla 19% Amber 15% Cedar 14%

Accords

Cassiopea Eau de Parfum Minotaure Eau de Parfum
100%
Fruity
65%
99%
Aromatic
100%
98%
Sweet
69%
87%
Tropical
87%
Fresh
69%
Vanilla
83%
81%
Musky
68%
Woody
72%
69%
Powdery
69%
Amber
66%
Aldehydic
57%
Green
55%
Fruity shared
100%
65%
Aromatic shared
99%
100%
Sweet shared
98%
69%
87%
87%
Vanilla shared
69%
83%
81%
Woody shared
68%
72%
Powdery shared
69%
69%
66%
57%
55%

Performance

Cassiopea Eau de Parfum Minotaure Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Cassiopea Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh, fruity, and often clean-leaning profile makes it quite versatile, suitable for casual wear and even office use if applied lightly. The tropical sweetness lends itself well to dates and casual outings, while its divisive nature and sometimes perceived 'cheapness' might make it less ideal for formal settings.

Minotaure Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

The vintage formulation's strong projection and longevity make it less suitable for office wear, but perfect for dates and evening events. Modern formulations, with their weaker performance, could be worn more casually, though its rich character still leans away from daytime or sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
99%
Notes
86%
Accord
66%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Vanilla, Woody accords and Rose, Lily Of The Valley notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Cassiopea Eau de Parfum
Minotaure Eau de Parfum
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