Question 1

What's the difference between Big Ben and Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Big Ben is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Oscar London (2017) dominated by Woody accords. Bottled Absolu is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Hugo Boss (2024) leaning on Amber accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Amber, Patchouli.

Question 2

Which is better, Big Ben or Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Big Ben scores 4.50/5 vs Bottled Absolu at 4.46/5. Bottled Absolu's standout strength: More discrete and less aggressive than Elixir variant. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Big Ben and Bottled Absolu smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Amber, Patchouli, Patchouli, Cedar. Bottled Absolu: The r/fragrance community views Bottled Absolu positively as a bold yet wearable fragrance that improves as it develops.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Big Ben or Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Big Ben vs Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Big Ben scores highest for winter wear; Bottled Absolu scores highest for winter wear. Big Ben leans evening, Bottled Absolu leans evening.

Big Ben vs Bottled Absolu

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (2)

Μοναδικές στο Big Ben (9)

Μοναδικές στο Bottled Absolu (4)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Bottled Absolu

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Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Big Ben	Bottled Absolu
Οίκος	Oscar London	Hugo Boss
Έτος	2017	2024
Βαθμολογία	4.50	4.46
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	masculine
Σύνολο νοτών	11	6