If you're a perfume collector in Sarawak and you want something you can actually wear every day, French Avenue has two unisex EDPs that fit the brief nicely. Both come in 100ml, both are easy to reach for in the morning, and both share one thing in the base: vanilla. Here's how Vulcan Feu and Obsidian differ, so you can decide which one deserves a spot on your shelf.
Vulcan Feu by French Avenue
Vulcan Feu is described as a fresh fruity perfume, and that's exactly the vibe it gives. The opening is bright and juicy, with citrus, peach and apple up top. As it settles, you get white flowers, amber and musk in the heart, and the base rounds things off with vanilla and woody accords.
It's a 100ml Eau de Parfum and it's unisex, so it works for anyone. What makes it practical for Sarawak weather is how the store positions it: perfect for everyday wear in warm weather, keeping you fresh from day to night. The occasions listed for it are everyday, formal, special occasion and casual, which basically covers your whole week. Wear it to the office, wear it on a weekend out in Kuching, it doesn't feel out of place either way.
Obsidian by French Avenue
Obsidian is the moodier pick of the two. It's a unisex Oriental Woody fragrance, also in a 100ml Eau de Parfum. The opening is crisp and slightly sparkling thanks to aldehydes, grapefruit and bergamot. Then the heart moves into myrrh, jasmine and labdanum, which gives the scent a resinous floral warmth. The dry down is where it gets cosy: vanilla, amber and tonka bean, smooth and sweet.
The occasions listed for Obsidian are office, evening, special event and daily wear, so it pulls double duty. It's a nice choice for days when you're mostly in air-conditioned rooms, or for evenings when you want something warmer than a plain fresh scent.
Vulcan Feu or Obsidian: which one for you?
Both are unisex 100ml EDPs with vanilla in the base, so the real difference is the mood. Ask yourself what you want out of a daily scent:
- Pick Vulcan Feu if you lean towards fresh and fruity. The citrus, peach and apple opening makes it feel clean and energetic, and it's built for everyday and casual use in warm weather.
- Pick Obsidian if you prefer a woody, ambery character. The Oriental Woody profile with myrrh, labdanum and tonka bean feels warmer and more layered, and it covers office and evening occasions.
If you're a collector, you don't really have to choose just one. Vulcan Feu covers the fresh fruity side of French Avenue, while Obsidian covers the Oriental Woody side, and together they give you two very different daily-wear options from the same brand. Start with whichever mood matches your routine more, and let the other one be the second bottle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are both Vulcan Feu and Obsidian suitable for daily wear?
Yes. Vulcan Feu lists everyday and casual among its occasions, while Obsidian lists daily wear and office. Both are designed to be worn on regular days, not just for events.
Are these perfumes unisex?
Yes, both are listed as unisex fragrances. Either one works for men and women.
What size and concentration are these two perfumes?
Both come in 100ml Eau de Parfum format from French Avenue.
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