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Versace Eros vs Eros Flame Comparison

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Versace Eros has been one of the most popular men’s fragrances of this decade. It really was only a matter of time before Versace, released a flanker fragrance of it, and did so with the late 2018 release of Eros Flame.

Obviously, I had to get a bottle of Eros Flame to try it out, and also to do a head to head with the original. Which of them smells better? Does Flame have great performance, like the original? Does it come close to or actually surpass Eros?

Note: I’ve been updating this page since 2018. Documenting the changes with each and my changes in preference.

Quick Overview

🏆 My Verdict

Versace Eros wins on opening, versatility, and overall scent, while Eros Flame wins on projection and longevity.

Buy Eros if you want the fresher mint-apple vanilla profile with stronger mass appeal and easier everyday wear.

Buy Eros Flame if you prefer the spicier citrus-pepper style with a warmer, more mature feel and stronger cold-weather performance.

 

Category Versace Eros Versace Eros Flame Winner
Opening Mint, green apple, lemon, vanilla, and bright youthful sweetness Mandarin, lemon, black pepper, rosemary, and spicy citrus warmth Eros
Projection Strong and loud, but smoother off the skin Even stronger early projection with heavier spicy presence Eros Flame
Longevity Usually around 7–8 hours Usually around 8+ hours with stronger late wear Eros Flame
Versatility Nightlife, dates, parties, but also easier casual daily wear Best for autumn/winter, nightlife, and more dressed-up wear Eros
Overall Scent Sweeter mint-apple vanilla scent with stronger mass appeal Spicier citrus-amber profile with a warmer, more mature personality Eros
Best For Those who want the fresher, more versatile crowd-pleaser Those who want the stronger, spicier cold-weather option —

Tale of the Tape: Eros vs. Flame

Versace Eros

Notes of Eros: mint, green apple, tonka bean, madagascar vanilla, vetiver, Italian lemon

Shop Amazon for: Versace Eros Eau de Toilette Spray for Men, 3.4 Fluid Ounce

My review: Versace Eros

Eros Flame

Notes include: lemon, tangerine, chinotto accord, black pepper, wild mountain rosemary, pepperwood, geranium, rose, cedar, patchouli, vetiver, oak moss, sandalwood, tonka bean, and vanilla

Click here to try: Versace Eros Flame 100ml 3.4Oz Eau de Parfume For Men

My review: Eros Flame

Opening

Versace Eros opens up with a zesty note of lemon that is paired with juicy green apple and a refreshing mint note. It is quite intense and fresh, later to be joined by vanilla, tonka bean, and a bit of vetiver.

The combination of these notes, gives Eros a slight, chocolate-like undertone.

Update: With modern bottles of Eros, I do get more of the lemon note in the mix, than I previously had. It kind of throws the balance off. It’s not as good to me. So, it’s a lot closer to a tie nowadays, versus being a clear cut favorite.

Eros Flame has a very similar opening to the original. However, there are distinct differences. Noticeably, the mint and green apple notes are not there.

Instead, the lemon is joined by tangerine, a chinotto accord, and black pepper for the spice. It also has the vanilla and tonka bean.

Which is better? While I really do like the addition of the tangerine in Eros Flame, as I think that it smells great, I still prefer the original and that awesome mint note.

How it plays off of the lemon and apple, was always intriguing to my nose.

Update 2: Here in 2024, Eros EDT is back to smelling more like it used to. Eros Flame is less citrusy than before, I’m getting more rose along with the chinotto. It’s nice. Almost made me flip this category to Flame.

Edge: Eros

Projection

Eros has become very well known for its sillage over the years. It’s always been a fragrance that you could spray a couple of times and be set.

Does Flame match up to that? It does actually.

The first time I sprayed in on my skin, I definitely noticed how strong it could be, and its ability to project was great. I really don’t notice a difference between them.

Update: Newer bottles of Eros don’t seem to have the same power. Flame now has the better performance. That power really came through with the initial Flame bottles. I don’t believe it has lost a step, as of this update.

Update 2: Flame is now somewhat weaker than before. Still has the advantage, however.

Edge: Flame

Longevity

Again, these two share so much of that same fragrance DNA, that their performance is near identical for me.

I can get into the double digit total in hours of wear with either of these fragrances. Performance is not an issue for Flame.

Update: Longevity is also not quite as good with newer Eros bottles. So, Flame has a bigger lead here.

Update 2: Eros Flame still has the advantage. Neither hits double digits in terms of hours worn, for me anymore.

Edge: Flame

 

Versatility

Both of these fragrances are mainly colder weather scents. Springtime is viable for either but I would avoid the high heat and humidity of the summer months.

These are mostly nightlife or casual fragrances, but not bad in more formal settings, if you go light. This is another category, in which they occupy the same space, as to be expected.

Probably not going to be a daily wear for a professional, but either could do so for a younger guy.

Edge: Push

Overall Scent

OK, so, are these two the same exact fragrance? No, not really. The distinctions become more pronounced during the dry down periods of each.

Yes, the opening for both are quite similar, with only the aforementioned alterations.

Eros Flame is actually a nice change of pace. The dry down of Flame is much more woody with a combo of cedar and sandalwood. Also, rosemary is a prominent part of the composition of Flame.

There is still a ton of overlap in the base notes, but the amount used of each changes. I think that the cedar and geranium are more heavily used in Flame, than in the original.

Plus, there is a very slight rose note, that peaks through at times in Flame; I find it to be a cool touch.

What you get ultimately with Flame? The citrus top led by tangerine with tonka bean and vanilla. This sits on top of a base of cedar, geranium, rosemary, and sandalwood. It reminds you of the original, but still separate enough.

Which is better? I’m still riding with the original most of the time, if I had to pick between the two. I own bottles of each of them and have been going heavy with Flame, as of late, for review purposes.

In the future, I will probably alternate between them, when I want to go with an Eros scent.

Update: Yeah, I’ll stick with Eros before Flame. Even with somewhat of a reformulation and weakening of the original it is still better. Flame has great performance, but after the initial citrus burst and  chinotto, it tends to give me a headache. I really started to never want to wear it.

Update 2: I like what I’m getting out of the modern Eros Flame, in terms of aroma. Feels more balanced and doesn’t have such an overwhelming dry down like my original bottle had. If Eros EDT, was still to strong with the lemon, I might have changed this to Flame. But, I’m still going with the original Eros.

If you liked the original, you’ll probably be into Flame as well. If you hate Eros, this one isn’t going to win you over.

Do you need a bottle of each? Probably not.

I don’t believe Flame does anything to surpass the original, but is a solid addition to the line, that can give you a bit of a different feel.

Winner: Versace Eros

Who Should Buy Each?

Choose Versace Eros if:

You want the better overall fragrance for most people
You prefer mint, green apple, lemon, vanilla, tonka bean, and sweeter freshness
You want stronger versatility for nightlife and casual daily wear
You like louder youthful fragrances with broad compliment appeal
You prefer fresher sweetness over heavier spice

Choose Eros Flame if:

You want stronger projection and better longevity
You prefer mandarin, lemon, black pepper, rosemary, vanilla, and warmer spicy woods
You like a more mature take on the Eros DNA
You mainly wear fragrance in autumn, winter, and evenings
You want the stronger spicy-citrus version with more depth

Versace Eros FAQ

Are Eros and Eros Flame too similar to own both?

No. These two are quite distinct from one another. The Eros’ in the blue bottles are very similar and its probably redundant to own all of those, but you could own EDT and Flame without issue.

Which one has better performance overall?

Eros Flame. Both of these have taken a step back in terms of performance from my older bottles that I’ve owned. Still, Flame has the edge in performance.

Which is the best Versace Eros?

To me, they’re all currently around the same in terms of enjoyment. My preference is toward Eros Parfum, if I had to buy one. Probably Eros EDT, second. Then, Flame. If I had to buy two, I’d get Parfum and Flame, just to have something different to wear.

 

Versace Eros vs Eros Parfum Comparison

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Eros is one of the best-selling fragrances in the world. Eros EDT started things off and the line has now spawned three additional iterations, such as today’s competitor, Eros Parfum. Since both of these are closely related in terms of everything, how do they actually compare and contrast. Which fragrance lasts longer? Which smells better?

Quick Overview

🏆 My Verdict

Eros Parfum wins on opening, longevity, and overall scent, while Eros EDT wins on projection and slightly better versatility.

Buy Eros Parfum if you want the smoother, richer, and more refined version of Eros with stronger lasting power and a better dry down.

Buy the original Eros EDT if you prefer the louder mint-apple sweetness and stronger youthful club-fragrance energy, but overall Parfum is the better fragrance.

 

Category Versace Eros EDT Versace Eros Parfum Winner
Opening Mint, green apple, lemon, vanilla, and strong youthful sweetness Mint and citrus opening with smoother woods, amber, and a richer sweeter base Eros Parfum
Projection Very strong and louder off the skin Strong, but smoother and less aggressive Eros EDT
Longevity Around 7–8 hours depending on batch Usually 8–10 hours with a stronger dry down Eros Parfum
Versatility Nightlife, colder weather, younger crowd, but still wearable casually Nightlife, dates, cooler weather, slightly more mature versatility Eros EDT
Overall Scent Louder sweet mint-apple vanilla club scent with strong youthful appeal Richer, smoother, more polished Eros with stronger balance and refinement Eros Parfum
Best For Those who want the louder original club-fragrance feel Those who want the smoother, more mature, better overall Eros —

Tale of the Tape; Eros vs Eros Parfum

Versace Eros EDT

Notes of Eros: mint, green apple, tonka bean, madagascar vanilla, vetiver, Italian lemon

Shop Amazon for: Versace Eros Eau de Toilette Spray for Men, 3.4 Fluid Ounce

My Full Review: Eros

Eros Parfum

Notes include: lemon, mandarin, black pepper, elemi, tonka bean, Madagascar vanilla, litsea cubeba, pomarose, geranium, lavender, clary sage, benzoin, cashmeran, patchouli, vetiver

Click here to try: Eros Parfum

Read my full review: Parfum

Opening

So, with the newer bottles of Eros EDT, I get a stronger opening of the lemon note versus what it was in the past. To me, it used to have more of a balance between the vanilla, mint, green apple, and that lemon.

Sweet, fresh, rich, and bold. Now, it’s quite citrusy on my skin and has a sharpness to it, that just doesn’t have that same vibe.

Eros Parfum actually opens up being more fresh than citrus. Yes, the citrus does pop at the top and its sparkling quality is nice. But, it’s actually more muted in the blend.

The usual lemon, mandarin, and that verbena-like litsea cubeba. Pepper and sage are more apparent, as is the base of amber and resinous notes like, benzoin and elemi.

Sage is the leader, geranium is stronger in this composition, and I get very little of the mint note.

Which is better? As it stands currently, I prefer what Parfum has to offer versus what I’m getting from the original EDT. It’s different, but familiar, and utilizes the fresh notes very well.

Edge: Eros Parfum

Projection

Both are strong. Neither are powerful, anymore. You’ll get a nice scent trail with either of these.

The projection reaches a tiny bit further with the Parfum version. Older Eros EDT, would outdo both of these. The performance has taken a step back, but these are still good performers for mainstream designer fragrances.

Edge: Parfum

Longevity

Eros EDT used to routinely get me 10+ hours, with the older bottles. Now, it is basically hitting 8 hours and can on occasion, still be detected at the 10 hour mark.

With Eros Parfum, the longevity seems to be 8.5-10+ hours. Mostly towards the upper end of that range. One time that I wore it, Parfum did fade at the 8.5 hour mark.

So, while the longevity now overlaps. Parfum is a more consistent performer for me, than is EDT.

Edge: Parfum

Versatility

As far as use cases go, these are obviously going to be very similar. Both are mainly used in the colder months of the year. An advantage that Parfum has, is that it can extend its usefulness further into the springtime than EDT.

Neither is a summertime wear, but Eros Parfum just keeps it together better when it gets warmer out.

Secondly, I think that Parfum is the smoothest and most refined of the Eros line. It’s got more maturity than any of them and can be worn by older men, as well as younger guys.

These are the main differences to me and Parfum takes this category.

Edge: Parfum

 

Overall Scent

Overall, which of these two fragrances do I prefer? It’s tough, because I would prefer older bottles of Eros EDT to Parfum. However, even comparing what I can buy right now, I only slightly prefer Parfum to the current incarnation of EDT.

EDT is still fine. I don’t want to make it seem like it’s terrible, it isn’t. Actually, all of the main Eros variants are about the same in terms of how each smells. But, I do think that Parfum is currently the best of them.

I like the freshness that Parfum has, while keeping it smooth in the latter stages. The vanilla and amber are very nice here, getting paired with a prominent vetiver note. The amber is the most tolerable in the series, to my nose. Whereas, EDP gets annoying after a while.

Beyond that, the performance and versatility of Eros Parfum are also better. Even if its not by too much, I still give it a definite edge, and it’s the winner of this contest.

Winner: Eros Parfum

Who Should Buy Each?

Choose Eros EDT if:

You prefer the original loud Versace Eros DNA
You like mint, green apple, lemon, tonka, vanilla, and stronger sweetness
You want the bigger projection and youthful club-fragrance feel
You mainly wear fragrance for nightlife, parties, and casual colder-weather use
You prefer louder attention-grabbing scents over smoother refinement

Choose Eros Parfum if:

You want the better overall fragrance
You prefer smoother woods, amber, vanilla, and a more refined dry down
You want better longevity and a more mature take on Eros
You like fragrances that still perform well but feel less aggressive
You want the best full-wear experience rather than just the loudest opening

Versace Eros FAQ

Which Eros fragrance is the best?

They’re all sort of close in terms of likeability in my opinion. If I had to say right now: Eros Parfum. I might go Eros EDT or Flame (if you wanted something a bit different) from the ‘blue bottles’.

Does Eros Parfum last longer than Eros EDT?

Nowadays, yes. Parfum does have the edge in terms of how long it lasts on skin. Older bottles of Eros EDT were amazing with how they performed. Now, they’ve lost a step or two, in my experience.

Are Eros EDT and Eros Parfum very similar?

Eros EDT, Parfum, and EDP all have a lot of overlap. There are different notes between them, but mainly its about the strength of the main core of the ‘DNA’. So, it comes down to preference, and I lean toward Parfum first. Then, EDT.

 

Best Versace Eros Fragrances Ranked

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Eros has been successful as a line for Versace, both on the men’s and women’s side of things. However, the men’s line has been an absolute smash hit for the designer, and has seen more releases under the banner for more than a decade.

On this page, I wanted to keep track of the colognes that have come out with the Eros tag, and rank them in terms of how much I enjoy each (after testing and reviewing them). So, this is my list.

Favorite Versace Eros Colognes Ranked

Note: This is all of the Eros for Men fragrances as of posting, except for Najim. Since that was a special release, that I didn’t track down a bottle of.

Top Pick

Eros Parfum– This actually opens with more freshness than the citrus emphasis, found with the others. Yes, the citrus does appear at the top and its sparkling quality is pleasant, but it’s actually more subdued in the overall blend.

The familiar lemon and mandarin appear alongside that verbena-like litsea cubeba. Pepper and sage become more apparent, as does the foundation of amber and resinous notes like benzoin and elemi.

Clary sage takes the lead early on. Notably, there doesn’t appear to be much, if any, of the mint note. It seems to have been replaced by enhanced geranium and sage to produce a similar effect.

Parfum ultimately becomes an amber, vanilla, cashmeran, and vetiver blend as it reaches its conclusion. 

All in all, I think that this is the best experience out of all of them. I don’t think that it blows the others away or anything, but after coming back to each, I did slightly enjoy this more. Eros Parfum review.

Original

Eros EDT– The original Eros was one of my favorites when I was younger. Now, it’s not something that I return to all that often.

The latest bottles seem to be more like how they once were (just not as strong), after having (to my nose at least) more lemon than usual. I did pick up a bottle of Greatness by Dua, which is inspired by the 2012 batches of Eros.

Anyway, this one opens with a zesty Italian lemon note, joined by crisp, juicy green apple and the cool spice of mint leaves. 

Tonka bean and vetiver also make their presence known. Later in the dry down period, Eros truly becomes an enveloping fragrance. The ambroxan amber and a subtle geranium emerge to complement the main trio of notes.

It’s a smooth, creamy, and freshly sensual fragrance with the vanilla note reaching its absolute peak.

For this list, I still think that it’s the second best offering. Eros EDT review

Another Revision

Eros EDP– At the start, Eros EDP feels colder, sweeter, and smoother than the original EDT. One notable change is how much weaker the vetiver is in this version

The tonka bean has also been removed. While I typically enjoy tonka bean paired with vanilla, I actually prefer the vanilla standing alone in this particular fragrance.

The cedar notes receive significant emphasis and really emerge after 30 to 45 minutes of wear. This next phase brings out those woody elements while the geranium and sage begin to recede.

At this point, the citrus becomes quite faint.  Finally, the mint and vanilla take center stage, accompanied by some apple and the cedar. The most significant change throughout the remaining wear time is how much the Ambermax begins to develop.

When I first tried this, the opening act almost made this my favorite Eros. But, that was short-lived. The back half was kind of disappointing, the Ambermax ruins it for me. Still pretty good, but it never took the top spot. Eros EDP review

Burning Red

Eros Flame– I considered swapping this ahead of the eau de parfum, because they’re basically interchangeable to me. I purchased this as soon as it was released way back when and never became too big of a fan of Flame.

It’s solid. The initial formulation’s performance was insanely good, also. Last few times that I’ve tried it, it wasn’t nearly as strong.

The tangerine and lemon combination creates a very bright and juicy opening. More tangerine, than lemon. This becomes especially apparent when the emerging vanilla and tonka bean create that smooth, creamy aroma.

Versace describes the citrus pairing as part of a chinotto accord. The pepper here isn’t intensely spicy and probably doesn’t match the strength of the mint in the original. 

Overall, I really like the opening sequence here too. The citrus and vanilla/tonka bean combination feels familiar and there’s a certain effervescent quality to the entire experience.

As it develops, Flame adopts many outdoorsy and woody elements, sharing some characteristics with the original even during this stage. Cedar, vetiver, oak moss and geranium all carry over from the original formula.

But, as with Eros EDP, I’m not too in love with this one past the opening. For some people, this is their favorite Eros. I think the reviews of this have gotten better over time, but it just doesn’t fully click with me. Eros Flame review

Summer Vibe

Eros Energy– Energy is another of these Versace fragrances that I bought, as soon as it came out. And…it’s my least favorite of the bunch.

It’s not terrible, it’s just okay.

Eros Energy is as a heavily citrus-focused fragrance. It incorporates numerous fruits: lime, green mandarin, orange, lemon, grapefruit, and bergamot, plus the tart blackcurrant berry.

For me, Energy presents its aromas in distinct waves. Initially, I get a blend primarily of lemon, grapefruit, and bergamot. Then lime, orange, and some blackcurrant emerge. When it finally settles, it becomes more of a lemon/bergamot/grapefruit/orange grouping.

Is it purely citrus? No, there’s subtle spiciness from the pink pepper note. I detect some patchouli as well, though that appears more after an hour or so of wear.

The main attraction beyond the citrus elements is the musk note.

But, it’s nothing special. I’ll wear it once and like it. Then the next time, I find it annoying. It’s a good enough summer scent, if you get a discounted price, though. Energy review

Stronger With You vs Versace Eros Comparison

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Versace Eros has been one of the most popular fragrances on the market, during this decade, and it appears it will stay that way for a while. However, Emporio Armani’s Stronger With You has come on strong, in its own right.

These two colognes have lots of similarities, but which one smells the best? Which lasts longer? Which is the superior fragrance?

Note: I have updated this page where necessary, years after I originally posted this.

Tale of the Tape: Eros vs. Stronger with You

Versace Eros

Notes of Eros: mint, green apple, tonka bean, madagascar vanilla, vetiver, Italian lemon

Shop Amazon for: Versace Eros Eau de Toilette Spray for Men, 3.4 Fluid Ounce

My review: Versace Eros

Stronger With You

Notes include: vanilla, mint, cardamom, chesnut, amber, pink pepper, sage, violet leaf

Click here to try: Emporio Armani Stronger With You for Men Eau de Toilette Spray, 1.7 oz

Read my full review: Stronger with You

Opening

Eros kicks off with a trio of notes, being: apple, lemon, and mint. The newer bottles of this seem to be stronger on the lemon, and it seems that the vanilla/tonka bean doesn’t come on as strong.

Nonetheless, Eros is a mix of warmth, cool spice, and sharp citrus. It is bold and makes a strong statement, right away.

Update: This latest travel sprayer of Eros is better balanced than it has been in a few years, it’s no longer a heavy lemon opening for me.

Meanwhile, Stronger with You, also has mint; however, it is overshadowed by a stronger warm spicy duo of cardamom and pink pepper. It’s fresh and spicy up top, with vanilla coming in a bit later like Eros, to smooth things out and sweeten.

Which is better? To be honest, the opening act of Stronger with you isn’t all that impressive to my nose. It is much better later on, but up top it’s mostly a cardamom bomb.

Not necessarily a bad thing, but there are better examples and SWY comes across as being sort of messy.

Eros smells more lemony to me, in recent batches, but I still like the crisp energy associated with it.

Edge: Eros

Projection

Stronger with You does have quite a large sillage. It isn’t one which will require more than a few sprays. I was surprised at how well it projected, and while it’s not obscenely powerful, it does a very good job.

Eros is still a powerhouse. I am of the belief, that the newer bottles aren’t as strong as they once were. Still up there, just not as much so. For instance, the latest little sample that I got, doesn’t hit the same heights as Eros Flame nor an older bottle of Eros that I had.

To me, there isn’t a real winner in this category. I’d say, as it stands now, these two are pretty equal.

Update: This is still pretty much a tie, I might give a slight edge to Stronger, as it seems to sustain the strength for a longer period of time.

Edge: Push

Longevity

Both of these fragrances perform extremely well. Stronger with You lasted 9 hours, on my skin. Eros, still goes above 10 hours for me.

Not really a big deal, as both last an entire workday, but Eros has a slight edge.

Update: Newer editions of Eros have taken a step back in terms of performance, in my experience. As such this category is flipping to the Emporio Armani scent.

Edge: SWY

Versatility

Both are built to perform better in colder weather, both are better for younger men, and both fit more for casual situations. Think nightlife, rather than, the office. For this category, these two colognes pretty much fit the same bill.

Edge: Push

Overall Scent

Stronger with You is a good cologne. I enjoyed my experience wearing it. At first, I thought that I wasn’t going to like it, but that changed with the dry down.

It became a great vanilla scented fragrance, with cardamom, some nuttiness, and later hints of herbal notes/woods. The performance is outstanding and I have no major qualms with this scent.

I still like Eros better. I think that it’s lost a step, but the sweet creaminess of tonka bean and vanilla, still gets me. Playing off the mint, apple, and lemon is awesome.

It’s bold and the performance is still somewhat there.

This is a pretty close race, though, Eros still has the upper hand here. I will say, I don’t think you can go wrong with either of these scents, so long as you wear them in the right climate or setting.

Update: I probably still would lean Eros. But, since this original posting, I’d pick SWY Intensely, Absolutely, and Eros Parfum (in that order) before either of these two.

If it’s only between the EDT’s, it’s closer to a toss up for me nowadays. Some of you might actually prefer that stronger vanilla and nuttiness of Stronger with You to what Eros offers. 

Winner: Eros

Eros Energy by Versace

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Eros Energy is the latest edition to the now long-running Eros for men series by Versace. I’ve been waiting to try this one for months, after there being some delays in its US release, post-announcement.

I bought a full bottle and have been testing it out to see what Energy brings to the table. How does it smell? Does it last long? Is this Eros worth a try?

Eros Energy Overview

Notes include: bergamot, grapefruit, lime, lemon, green mandarin, orange, blackcurrant, musk, amber, moss, patchouli, and pink pepper

Click here to try: Versace Eros Energy

eros energy box

My Video Review of Eros Energy

Here’s my initial YouTube review. The full written review continues below and will be updated over time. But, if you want to watch a video instead:

My Full Review

Here’s how Versace describes it: a unique fragrance with powerful silage and a long-lasting presence. Love, energy, and desire are at the core of the creation, inspired by the breathtaking beauty of the Mediterranean coast. 

Eros Energy is very much a citrus based fragrance. There’s a whole lot of those fruits involved here: lime, green mandarin, orange, lemon, grapefruit, and bergamot. Oh, and, the tart blackcurrant berry.

For me, Energy presents its aromas in waves. First, we get a mix of mostly: lemon, grapefruit, bergamot. Then: lime, orange, and even some blackcurrant.

When it settles? More of a lemon/bergamot/grapefruit/orange grouping.

Is it just citrus? No, there is a faint spiciness coming from the pink pepper note. I do get some patchouli in there as well, but that’s more after an hour or so.

The main attraction other than the citrus, is the musk note. It’s the most prominent, along with the amber, which seems to be present in almost all of the Eros fragrances now.

Energy isn’t a super complicated fragrance. The dry down is a lighter citrus and musk blend. The musk will grow more dominant the further along that you get. The patchouli and moss, add a slight woodsy air to the mix, but it’s mostly going to be about that musk and amber.

Very fresh and engaging, just not a very deep fragrance compared to others in the series.

Sillage, Longevity, and Versatility

Energy does bring a strong start. That initial 30-60 minutes, Eros Energy is something that projects itself well, while not being a heavy fragrance. It doesn’t have the same sort of density as the others like Eros Parfum.

After that, the reach will start to fade quite dramatically. On the whole, it’s pretty middle of the road, but the second half of the wear is very much a skin scent.

Longevity-wise, Eros Energy does stick around somewhere between 5-7 hours, on my skin. About what I expect from a citrus heavy summertime cologne like this.

Is it as long lasting as the previous Eros fragrances? Nope. But, that’s what I expected with this release.

Also, those last few hours of wear, Energy is basically a skin scent. You do get a bold start and it hangs around noticeably for 3-ish hours, but it is not a powerhouse sort of fragrance.

Seasonally, this one is a spring and summertime wear. Energy holds up well in the heat and humidity, during my testing of it.

The late release did take away from its use case for this year, since it comes alive in the heat. But, it should be just fine to wear on a more moderate day, as well.

This isn’t a formal sort of wear or a romantic wear. It’s casual, while being well put together. Energy doesn’t feel juvenile, but there are better options for the office.

Overall Impressions of Eros Energy

Overall, do I like Eros Energy? I like aspects of it. Overall, though, it’s pretty mid. After spending a week or so wearing it, it’s almost certainly my least favorite of the Versace Eros series.

The citrus opening, while it is intense, did grow on me. I did start enjoying wearing Energy during that first hour, especially while walking around outside.

In these late summer temperatures, Energy works quite well.

The back half? It’s fine. Musky amber with some citrus. Nothing too exciting or anything that I completely love with it.

Energy has overlap with fragrances such as: Dior Homme Cologne, Aventus Cologne, or maybe Dior Sport 2017. I’m not sure that it’s better than any of those scents, as a citrus heavy entry into the market.

It’s not necessarily worse, but I don’t know what it really provides that I cannot get elsewhere.

I’d recommend that you try it before you buy. I will be wearing Eros Energy sometimes, but I’m also glad that I purchased the smaller bottle, in order to do this review.