Sun
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1989 | Year | 2019 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ouverture
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Jil Sander Sun is a total trip back to the 80s, polarising everyone it meets. Some find it a nostalgic, warm hug of a sun cream (the proper European kind, mind), others recoil at what they call an old-fashioned scrubber. Either way, it's never boring.
Xerjoff's Ouverture is a seriously divisive beast. Some rave about its unique tropical sweetness and dark complexity, while others are baffled by its woody dryness or cloying syrupiness. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 11% |
| Floral | 31% | 26% |
| Fruity | 8% | 5% |
| Green | 6% | 11% |
| Sweet | 30% | 28% |
| Warm | 10% | 17% |
| Woody | 11% | 12% |
| Earthy | 7% | 3% |
| Animalic | 6% | 5% |
| Fresh | 12% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.
Occasions
Its bold projection and strong warmth make it less suitable for formal or office settings, where it might be too much. It shines in casual settings, particularly on holiday or during relaxed evenings, aligning with its "sun cream" and "beach" associations from reviews. While some find it good for dates, its distinct, sometimes polarising character might not be universally adored.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent, long-lasting nature and rich, complex profile make it less suited for an office setting where subtlety is often key. It excels on dates and formal occasions due to its elegant, sensual dry down, and its unique character also makes it interesting for upscale casual wear. Too heavy for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Citrus accords and Rose, Ylang-Ylang notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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