Fierce Eau de Parfum vs Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum

Fierce

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2002	Year	2023
££	Price Tier	££

Back to the Roots

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Fierce Eau de Parfum

This legendary scent is divisive, thanks to reformulations, but for many, it's still pure 2000s nostalgia in a bottle. Expect a clean, masculine hit that projects confidence, even if some original magic is missing.

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Our Verdict - Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum

This one is a divisive brew. A super green, woody iris that some will adore for its unique, almost vintage charm, while others will find it just a bit off or too astringent. Definitely not a blind buy.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	12%	7%
Floral	18%	13%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	21%	27%
Sweet	10%	8%
Warm	7%	10%
Woody	21%	20%
Earthy	11%	12%
Animalic	8%	8%
Fresh	25%	20%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Fierce EdP

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Notes

Shared Notes

Petitgrain 13% vs 31%

Only in Fierce Eau de Parfum

Fir Resin 23% Lemon 20% Orange 15% Sea Water 14% Cardamom 14%

Only in Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum

Galbanum 37% Angelica 32%

Only in Fierce Eau de Parfum

Rosemary 23% Lily Of The Valley 20% Jasmine 20% Sage 19% Rose 18%

Only in Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum

Orris 35% Tea 27% Ginger 21% Violet 18%

Shared Notes

Musk 27% vs 29%

Sandalwood 14% vs 32%

Only in Fierce Eau de Parfum

Vetiver 20% Oakmoss 19% Rosewood 18%

Only in Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum

Driftwood 37%

Accords

Fierce Eau de Parfum Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum

100%

Aromatic

58%

48%

Powdery

100%

94%

Woody

88%

Green

87%

61%

Musky

83%

Iris

79%

72%

Citrus

65%

Fresh Spicy

52%

55%

Fresh

52%

50%

Earthy

50%

Floral

49%

48%

White Floral

47%

Sweet

Aromatic shared

100%

58%

Powdery shared

48%

100%

Woody shared

94%

88%

Green

87%

Musky shared

61%

83%

Iris

79%

Citrus

72%

Fresh Spicy shared

65%

52%

Fresh shared

55%

52%

Earthy shared

50%

Floral

49%

White Floral

48%

Sweet

47%

Performance

Fierce Eau de Parfum Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Fierce Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean, and woody aromatic profile makes it highly versatile for casual wear and dates, as many reviews suggest it's a 'sexy' and 'compliment-getting' scent that projects confidence. While some find it too strong for the office, current formulations are often described as weaker, making it more acceptable, but it's generally too casual for formal events.

Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Office

Its moderate projection and green, clean profile make it suitable for a smart-casual office or daytime wear. However, its unusual character might not be universally appreciated in formal or intimate settings, and it's certainly not for the gym.