Question 1

What's the difference between Rainy Days and Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Rainy Days is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Massimo Dutti (2025) dominated by Green 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: Aromatic, Balsamic, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Rainy Days or Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Rainy Days scores 3.67/5 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 Rainy Days and Bottled Absolu smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Rainy Days or Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Rainy Days vs Bottled Absolu?

Accepted Answer

Rainy Days scores highest for spring wear; Bottled Absolu scores highest for winter wear. Rainy Days leans daytime, Bottled Absolu leans evening.

Rainy Days vs Bottled Absolu

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Rainy Days (4)

Uniek voor Bottled Absolu (6)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Bottled Absolu

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Rainy Days	Bottled Absolu
Merk	Massimo Dutti	Hugo Boss
Jaar	2025	2024
Beoordeling	3.67	4.46
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	masculine
Totaal noten	4	6