Chris Adams 2014 EDP

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Pure Blue

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Chris Adams Pure Blue is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014. Pure Blue opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Iris and Tea, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Vetiver, and Oakmoss. Chris Adams's Pure Blue carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a clean, powdery iris scent that's a bit of a chameleon. Some find it modern and suave, others struggle with its delicate nature. It's a 'your mileage may vary' kind of fragrance, but undeniably chic for those who get it.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Subtle
  • Relaxed
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Pure Blue Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cardamom43%
Mandarin37%
Bergamot21%
Heartas listed
Tea55%
Iris45%
Baseas listed
Oakmoss42%
Vetiver33%
Cedar25%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Fall

Its iris, citrus and powdery composition leans towards spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its clean, understated character makes it ideal for office wear or casual daytime use. While it might be a bit too subtle for a loud formal event or a high-energy sport session, its elegant iris heart can certainly work for a sophisticated date or a more intimate formal setting.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Pure Blue opens with a bright, zesty trio of mandarin, cardamom, and bergamot, hinting at an immediate freshness. The heart softens considerably, introducing a refined iris note that blends seamlessly with the subtle, green whisper of tea. As it settles, a grounding base of oakmoss, cedar, and vetiver emerges, providing a dry, earthy finish that complements the preceding powdery florals. It's a sophisticated play between sparkling citrus and smooth, matte textures.

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