Ecstasy Eau de Parfum bottle Ecstasy
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Vert des Bois Eau de Parfum bottle Vert des Bois

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ecstasy
Ecstasy is a love-it-or-hate-it scent. Expect a divisive concoction of dark woods and church incense, or an old-fashioned floral soap. Don't blind buy, this one is proper challenging.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Vert des Bois
Vert des Bois is a divisive beast: some hail it as a unique masterpiece, an ethereal green dream; others find it a challenging, even medicinal, misstep. It's an acquired taste, but for those who get it, it's a bold confidence booster.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 1%
Floral 12% 16%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 7% 5%
Sweet 14% 19%
Warm 12% 8%
Woody 33% 30%
Earthy 27% 25%
Animalic 3% 2%
Fresh 13% 7%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ecstasy EdP
Vert des Bois EdP

Notes

Only in Ecstasy
Spruce 37% Pine 37%
Shared Notes
Woody 18% vs 38%
Tonka Bean 14% vs 21%

Accords

Ecstasy Vert des Bois
100%
Woody
100%
79%
Amber
60%
Aromatic
45%
55%
Balsamic
55%
Patchouli
52%
51%
Smoky
48%
Earthy
47%
Rose
45%
Green
Anis
44%
Woody shared
100%
100%
79%
Aromatic shared
60%
45%
Balsamic shared
55%
55%
52%
51%
48%
47%
45%
44%

Performance

Ecstasy Vert des Bois
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Ecstasy

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Given its strong, smoky, and earthy profile, Ecstasy is not suitable for the office or casual settings. It can work for a unique, bold date night, and definitely suits formal evening events, especially in colder weather. The dark and intense nature prevents it from being a versatile 'dumb reach'.

Vert des Bois

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Given its strong opening and significant projection, Vert des Bois is probably a bit much for the office. It's excellent for dates or evening casual wear, as its unique character sparks conversation. While some find it suitable for formal settings, its quirky nature might not suit every occasion, and it's definitely not for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
85%
Accord
60%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Balsamic, Aromatic accords and Woody, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Ecstasy
Vert des Bois
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