Bleu de Chanel vs Versace Eros: Bleu de Chanel is considered better than Versace Eros due to its versatility, while the Eros has better longevity, sillage, and arguably a better scent profile.
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel and Versace Eros by Versace both marked the beginning of fragrance ranges that expanded in the years after they were released for each of the fashion houses. However, for Bleu de Chanel, it also marked the end of an era.
Ironically, though Versace Eros may come out on top in terms of fragrance profile, longevity, and sillage, in most instances, the Bleu de Chanel is favoured due its balance, refinement, and versatility compared to that of Eros.
When was Bleu de Chanel and Versace Eros released?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel was released in 2010. The significance of the fragrance that led to the release of many more flanker Bleu de Chanel fragrances, is that it was one of the brand’s last perfumes to be designed by master perfumer, Jacques Polge, before his son, Olivier Polge, assumed his role. Versace Eros was released in 2012.
The significance of this release is that it marked the end of a five-year hiatus that Versace had taken from releasing fragrances for men. The fragrance nose design was created by acclaimed perfumer, Aurelien Guichard.
Bleu de Chanel vs Versace Eros
The fragrances’ first point of comparison is their notes and accords. The Bleu de Chanel is a woody, aromatic fragrance with main accords that include citrus, woody, warm spicy, and aromatic.
The fragrance is considered more refined, balanced, and a more mature scent compared to Versace Eros.
Versace Eros, on the other hand, is touted as an aromatic fougère scent for men with main accords of vanilla, aromatic, green, and fresh spicy.
The fragrance is more of a bold, prominent scent that is touted as the signature fragrance for the wild night out. This was highlighted in the ad campaign of the fragrance.
Therefore, as an overall scent, it ultimately depends where on the spectrum you are. If you are looking for a fragrance that is bold and demands attention, the Versace Eros will be ideal for you.
On the other hand, if you are looking for a mature, refined scent, you may want to opt for the Bleu de Chanel. A detailed look into the notes of each fragrance reveals the following:
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Bleu de Chanel and Versace Eros notes and prices |
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| Perfume | Bleu de Chanel | Versace Eros |
| Top notes | Grapefruit, lemon, mint. and pink pepper | Mint, green apple, and lemon |
| Middle notes | Ginger, nutmeg, jasmine, and Iso E Super | Tonka bean, Ambroxan, and geranium |
| Base notes | Incense, vetiver, cedar, sandalwood, patchouli, labdanum, and white musk | Madagascar vanilla, Virginian cedar, Atlas cedar, vetiver, and oakmoss |
| Price | A 100ml bottle is currently unavailable on Amazon | From $42.83 for a 30ml bottle on Amazon |
Longevity: Bleu de Chanel vs Versace Eros
In terms of longevity and sillage, Versace Eros is better than Bleu de Chanel. This could be because Versace Eros was touted as an ideal fragrance for a wild night out.
Therefore, the scent is meant to announce the wearer’s presence and to ensure they stand out. Additionally, the fragrance will still linger on the skin by the time the party ends.
| Bleu de Chanel and Versace Eros’ longevity and sillage | ||
| Perfume | Bleu de Chanel | Versace Eros |
| Longevity | 4 to 6 hours (may need respraying after the four-hour mark) | 8 to 10 hours (prominent for the first eight hours) |
| Sillage | Moderate | Strong |
Seasonality: Bleu de Chanel vs Versace Eros
Both fragrances are considered ideal to be worn as an everyday scent, as well as in the warmer and colder seasons. However, each perfume has its drawbacks.
For instance, because of the subtle and refined accord profile of the Bleu de Chanel, it may require respraying throughout the day. This is after the initial three to five sprays in the beginning of the day.
Versace Eros, on the other hand, requires a light application, especially in hot and humid temperatures, as three sprays are enough to fill an entire room and the fragrance permeates when the body temperature rises.
Therefore, on average, three to four sprays are more than enough.
Versatility: Bleu de Chanel vs Versace Eros
Bleu de Chanel is a clear winner in terms of versatility. Versace Eros was touted as a club fragrance, but due to its popularity, it became most of its users’ everyday scent, so the fragrance is ideal as a work and “wild night out” fragrance.
The Bleu de Chanel is more versatile in that it can be worn as a fragrance for work, to run daily errands, or even as a fragrance for semi-casual daytime and evening events such as a date night.
Basically, Bleu de Chanel can be worn for anything, anywhere.