Question 1

What's the difference between Bow Tie and Pure XS?

Accepted Answer

Bow Tie is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Van Gils (2019) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Pure XS is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Rabanne (2017) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 5 accords: Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Woody, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Bow Tie or Pure XS?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Bow Tie scores 3.47/5 vs Pure XS at 3.95/5. Pure XS's standout strength: Unique sweet fragrance with distinctive cola/vanilla character. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Bow Tie and Pure XS smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Woody, Vanilla, Citrus. Pure XS: Pure XS est un parfum unique et clivant qui suscite des réactions fortes — certains le trouvent rafraîchissant et agréable à la majorité, avec ses notes de cola et vanille, tandis que d'autres le jugent écœurant ou trop sucré.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Bow Tie or Pure XS?

Accepted Answer

Pure XS: Pure XS Night has better performance and complexity with ginseng and toffee notes Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Bow Tie vs Pure XS?

Accepted Answer

Bow Tie scores highest for fall wear; Pure XS scores highest for winter wear. Bow Tie leans evening, Pure XS leans evening.

Bow Tie vs Pure XS

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (4)

Uniques à Bow Tie (5)

Uniques à Pure XS (12)

Accords communs (5)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Pure XS

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Bow Tie	Pure XS
Marque	Van Gils	Rabanne
Année	2019	2017
Évaluation	3.47	3.95
Concentration	—	—
Genre	masculine	masculine
Total des notes	9	16