Soleil Brûlant Eau de Parfum vs Saffron Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Soleil Brûlant

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2021	Year	2025
£££££	Price Tier	££££

Saffron Mandarin

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Soleil Brûlant Eau de Parfum

Tom Ford Soleil Brûlant is a divisive one, a gourmand amber with an intense, almost challenging character. Some call it a masterpiece, others a scrubber. Sample first, because if you get the dreaded 'celery' note, you won't be impressed.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Saffron Mandarin Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper marmite fragrance - you'll either love its realistic, zesty mandarin and unique woody dry down, or find it overwhelmingly sour and screechy. Definitely one to try before you buy a full bottle.

Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus	20%	16%
Floral	20%	19%
Fruity	5%	5%
Green	1%	2%
Sweet	28%	25%
Warm	20%	24%
Woody	11%	12%
Earthy	9%	11%
Animalic	9%	8%
Fresh	12%	9%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Soleil Brûlant EdP

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Notes

Shared Notes

Pink Pepper 36% vs 16%

Mandarin 32% vs 21%

Only in Soleil Brûlant Eau de Parfum

Bergamot 31%

Only in Saffron Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Blood Orange 20% Petitgrain 15% Pepper 14% Lemon 14%

Only in Soleil Brûlant Eau de Parfum

Honey 54% Orange Blossom 46%

Only in Saffron Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Saffron 45% Ylang-Ylang 32% Jasmine 23%

Only in Soleil Brûlant Eau de Parfum

Resin 23% Amber 19% Frankincense 18% Woody 15% Leather 13% Vetiver 11%

Only in Saffron Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Oak 31% Benzoin 25% Tonka Bean 25% Labdanum 20%

Accords

Soleil Brûlant Eau de Parfum Saffron Mandarin Eau de Parfum

100%

Amber

47%

64%

Citrus

100%

63%

Woody

56%

Warm Spicy

61%

56%

Honey

54%

Sweet

47%

50%

White Floral

47%

Animalic

46%

Fresh Spicy

46%

45%

Balsamic

Aromatic

44%

Amber shared

100%

47%

Citrus shared

64%

100%

Woody shared

63%

56%

Warm Spicy

61%

Honey

56%

Sweet shared

54%

47%

White Floral

50%

Animalic

47%

Fresh Spicy shared

46%

Balsamic

45%

Aromatic

44%

Performance

Soleil Brûlant Eau de Parfum Saffron Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Soleil Brûlant Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Spring Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

This scent is strong and long-lasting, with significant projection, making it too overpowering for an office. Its rich, sensual character is perfectly suited for date nights and formal occasions, but its intensity could be too much for casual wear or sport.

Saffron Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Summer

Also Works:

Spring Winter

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with its fresh and unique character, make it versatile for casual wear and dates. The intense citrus and spicy opening might be a bit much for a formal setting or a tightly packed office, but it's invigorating for sport.