First Eau de Parfum vs Petali e Spade Eau de Parfum

First

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
1976	Year	2022
££	Price Tier	££

Petali e Spade

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First

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Petali e Spade

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - First

A legendary aldehydic floral from the godfather of modern perfumery, Jean-Claude Ellena, before his signature minimalist style emerged. It's divisive - some call it dated, others a timeless masterpiece, a sophisticated classic championed by Princess Diana herself.

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Our Verdict - Petali e Spade

This one's a proper head-scratcher. Some find its aldehydic-fruity blend unique and elegant, while others are utterly repulsed by what they describe as metallic, animalic, or even 'vomit'. Definitely not a safe blind buy.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	8%	6%
Floral	31%	30%
Fruity	14%	12%
Green	7%	6%
Sweet	27%	26%
Warm	5%	8%
Woody	7%	8%
Earthy	8%	4%
Animalic	10%	10%
Fresh	15%	17%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

First EdP

Petali e Spade EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Aldehydes 27% vs 34%

Bergamot 15% vs 17%

Peach 14% vs 27%

Only in First

Blackcurrant 15% Mandarin 14% Raspberry 14%

Only in Petali e Spade

Tea 21%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 10% vs 33%

Only in First

Narcissus 13% Hyacinth 12% Lily Of The Valley 10% Carnation 10% Ylang-Ylang 10% Orris 9% Tuberose 9% Rose 9% Orchid 8%

Only in Petali e Spade

Osmanthus 37% Magnolia 30%

Shared Notes

Musk 10% vs 25%

Amber 10% vs 17%

Sandalwood 10% vs 18%

Vanilla 9% vs 19%

Only in First

Civet 13% Oakmoss 13% Honey 13% Vetiver 10% Tonka Bean 10%

Only in Petali e Spade

Myrrh 19%

Accords

First Petali e Spade

100%

Floral

84%

Aldehydic

100%

Fruity

90%

75%

Fresh

86%

68%

Powdery

86%

84%

Green

81%

White Floral

54%

64%

Musky

79%

76%

Yellow Floral

68%

Woody

Amber

66%

63%

Earthy

Sweet

61%

Vanilla

57%

Floral shared

100%

84%

Aldehydic shared

84%

100%

Fruity

90%

Fresh shared

75%

86%

Powdery shared

68%

86%

Green

84%

White Floral shared

81%

54%

Musky shared

64%

79%

Yellow Floral

76%

Woody

68%

Amber

66%

Earthy

63%

Sweet

61%

Vanilla

57%

Performance

First Petali e Spade

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

First

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Its potent projection and complex, opulent character make it less suitable for a quiet office, but perfect for formal events or a sophisticated date night. While it can be worn casually, its 'grand dame' vibe makes it a statement rather than a relaxed everyday scent.

Petali e Spade

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Casual Formal

Its unique and powerful character makes it a bit much for a formal office setting, but it could certainly turn heads on a date. The clean aspects might work for casual wear, but some find it too polarising for everyday use. Sport is a no-go given its complex and occasionally heavy accords.