Beginner: clean everyday
If you want something safe and wearable, start with fresh/woody profiles and keep sprays minimal.
Compare everyday picks ›Parfume vs perfume vs fragrance — and what “EDT/EDP/Parfum” actually means.
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- Parfume/perfume/fragrance: spelling, meaning, and shopping intent.
- EDT vs EDP vs Parfum: concentration basics and real-world expectations.
- EU buying tips: testers, batch codes, grey market, and returns.
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Parfume vs perfume vs fragrance
These terms overlap, but shoppers use them differently depending on region and context.
- “Perfume” is the most common English retail word for a fragrance product (especially women’s marketing).
- “Fragrance” is broader and more neutral: can describe men’s, women’s, and unisex scents, plus category-level talk.
- “Parfume/Parfum” is common in EU/Scandinavian usage and can refer to the category or the concentration label “Parfum”.
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EDT vs EDP vs Parfum (concentration basics)
“Concentration” labels describe the relative amount of fragrance compounds — but real performance depends on formula and notes.
| Label | Typical feel | Typical use | Expectations |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDT | Often lighter, brighter | Daytime, office, warm weather | Can project well but may fade earlier; not always “weak”. |
| EDP | Often richer, smoother | All-rounder, evenings | Often longer-lasting, but not guaranteed. |
| Parfum | Denser, more concentrated | Evenings, cold weather | Can be very long-lasting; can also sit closer to skin. |
Practical tip: if you want something “office safe”, choose a fresh/woody profile and apply fewer sprays.
EU buying tips (practical)
These are general considerations when shopping in the EU/EEA. Always read each retailer’s terms.
- Returns: check if opened fragrances can be returned (often restricted).
- Testers: “tester” products may come without retail box; verify what is included.
- Grey market: discounted sellers exist; verify authenticity signals and return policy.
- Batch codes: some buyers verify batch codes, but it’s not a universal guarantee.
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Beginner: date night
For evenings, amber/gourmand profiles are common. Choose based on how sweet you want it to be.
Compare date night picks ›Beginner: gifts
Gift-safe choices are usually well-known classics with broad appeal and moderate projection.
Gift guides ›Mini glossary
Parfum
Can mean the category (perfume) or the concentration label (Parfum) depending on context.
Projection
How far the scent radiates from you.
Dry-down
The base stage after the opening fades — often the true signature.
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