Midnight in Paris Eau de Parfum vs Chimaera Eau de Parfum

Midnight in Paris

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2010	Year	2014
££	Price Tier	££

Chimaera

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Midnight in Paris

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Midnight in Paris Eau de Parfum

Midnight in Paris is a legendary, much-missed gem that still commands fanatical devotion years after its discontinuation. It's a nuanced, comforting amber-leather dream, though some find it a bit powdery or leaning feminine. A few even reckon it's nothing special, but they're very much in the minority. If you can find it for a decent price, snap it up.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Chimaera Eau de Parfum

Prepare for a deeply divisive scent, Chimaera by Tiziana Terenzi is a chameleon of chaos. Some find it a complex masterpiece, a 'holy grail' of spicy gourmands, while others are met with 'burnt hair' or a 'synthetic mess'. It's not a crowd-pleaser, but rather a journey for the bold.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	9%	5%
Floral	9%	19%
Fruity	0%	1%
Green	18%	17%
Sweet	22%	16%
Warm	19%	25%
Woody	7%	3%
Earthy	12%	14%
Animalic	11%	10%
Fresh	17%	16%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Midnight in Paris EdP

Chimaera EdP

Notes

Base Notes

Caramel 100%

Shared Notes

Leather 32% vs 16%

Lemon 17% vs 10%

Only in Midnight in Paris Eau de Parfum

Bergamot 18% Mate 16% Rosemary 16%

Only in Chimaera Eau de Parfum

Tolu Balsam 15% Saffron 14% Pepper 12% Bay Leaf 11% Soil Tincture 11% Thyme 9%

Only in Midnight in Paris Eau de Parfum

Tea 40% Styrax 31% Lily Of The Valley 29%

Only in Chimaera Eau de Parfum

Honey 19% Pimiento 16% Carnation 15% Iris 13% Sage 13% Peony 12% Magnolia 12%

Only in Midnight in Paris Eau de Parfum

Tonka Bean 25% Incense 21% Benzoin 20% Almond 18% Amber 16%

Only in Chimaera Eau de Parfum

Caramel 100%

Accords

Midnight in Paris Eau de Parfum Chimaera Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

94%

54%

Warm Spicy

100%

46%

Sweet

79%

51%

Aromatic

70%

49%

Balsamic

66%

60%

Leather

64%

Tobacco

64%

Fresh Spicy

63%

Woody

62%

Caramel

60%

56%

Vanilla

56%

Smoky

47%

Animalic

45%

Almond

Amber shared

100%

94%

Warm Spicy shared

54%

100%

Sweet shared

46%

79%

Aromatic shared

51%

70%

Balsamic shared

49%

66%

Leather shared

60%

64%

Tobacco

64%

Fresh Spicy

63%

Woody

62%

Caramel

60%

Vanilla

56%

Smoky

56%

Animalic

47%

Almond

45%

Performance

Midnight in Paris Eau de Parfum Chimaera Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Midnight in Paris Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

With its warm, amber-leather profile and often noted as having good performance, this fragrance is best suited for evenings and intimate settings rather than daily office wear or sports. Many reviewers highlight its suitability for date nights and special occasions, praising its comforting and seductive qualities.

Chimaera Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Given its beast-mode performance and heavy, complex accords, Chimaera is far too intense for office or sport. It truly shines for formal events and dates, offering a sophisticated and powerful presence for cold-weather occasions.