Question 1

What's the difference between Cio Cio San and En Passant?

Accepted Answer

Cio Cio San is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from MDCI Parfums (2015) dominated by Fresh accords. En Passant is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2000) leaning on Floral accords. They share 4 accords: Fresh, Floral, Green, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Cio Cio San or En Passant?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Cio Cio San scores 3.92/5 vs En Passant at 4.17/5. En Passant's standout strength: Beautiful green lilac scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Cio Cio San and En Passant smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. En Passant: En Passant receives appreciation for its beautiful, green-leaning lilac character and elegant profile, but the community consensus highlights poor longevity and projection as significant drawbacks for the luxury price point.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Cio Cio San or En Passant?

Accepted Answer

En Passant: Low longevity and projection for the price Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Cio Cio San vs En Passant?

Accepted Answer

Cio Cio San scores highest for spring wear; En Passant scores highest for all seasons wear. Cio Cio San leans daytime, En Passant leans daytime.

Cio Cio San vs En Passant

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor En Passant (21)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

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Community-sentimentpuls — En Passant

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Eigenschap	Cio Cio San	En Passant
Merk	MDCI Parfums	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2015	2000
Beoordeling	3.92	4.17
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	21