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Which one is better? Versace Bright Crystal Absolu Vs Bright Crystal

Versace Bright Crystal Absolu Vs Bright Crystal

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A Star And a Debate is Born: Versace Bright Crystal Absolu Vs Bright Crystal

In 2006, master perfumer Alberto Morillas was given the task of creating a scent that will continue Versace’s Crystal Noir legacy and possibly match the hype and the compliments that Crystal Noir garnered. He may or may not have worn a “Hold My Beer Flacon” t-shirt while concocting Bright Crystal, but he sure did create a masterpiece, because Bright Crystal surpassed everyone’s expectations. 

Versace Bright Crystal

Versace Bright Crystal Absolu Vs Bright Crystal comparison

Fresh, fruity, floral, and above all fabulous, Bright Crystal has become the signature scent of many across the globe, including yours truly. 

Bright Crystal is the scent soundtrack to first love. Airy and bright, the scent is built around a peony cut with zesty yuzu and frosted, almost-ripe pomegranate, tucked behind a warm base that seems to go on forever.  A rich dry-down of sweet amber, woods, and bright musk complements the wreath of white florals in the heart.

Versace Bright Crystal Absolu

Versace Bright Crystal Absolu Vs Bright Crystal comparison

In 2013 Alberto Morillas gave Bright Crystal a sultry twist with delectable raspberry for a truly captivating and more intense flanker called Bright Crystal Absolu. Some were in love, some were amazed, and many were left in wonder.  Did he just outdo himself? 

And just like that, the debate was born: Is there any difference between the two? 

Head to Head: Versace Bright Crystal Absolu Vs Bright Crystal – Comparison

Since the developers of digital technology haven’t come up with scratch and sniff screens, we’ll do this the old way, by comparing the two perfumes in terms of notes, projection, sillage, and give you a definite answer on the difference between Versace Bright Crystal Absolu vs Bright Crystal.

Perfume Notes: Versace Bright Crystal Absolu Vs Bright Crystal

Versace Bright Crystal

Top notes: Yuzu, Pomegranate and Water Notes; 

Middle notes: Peony, Lotus, and Magnolia; 

Base notes Musk, Mahogany, and Amber.

Bright Crystal is luminous and effervescent. Light and sophisticated. A spritz of this scent is like a sip of pink champagne on a steamy summer night, fizzy and intoxicating. With its fruity and floral blend, Bright Crystal is a perfect choice for those special occasions when you want to feel extra.

Versace Bright Crystal Absolu

Top notes: Pomegranate, Yuzu, and Ice Notes; 

Middle notes: Peony, Raspberry, Lotus, and Magnolia; 

Base notes Musk, Mahogany, and Amber.

While the original Bright Crystal is petal powered and wins you over with the combo of florals drenched in fruity juices, Bright Crystal Absolu will have you and hold you in its grip thanks to the raspberry note. The infusion of raspberry is zappy and utterly sultry, more playful and youthful than its predecessor. 

Versace Bright Crystal Absolu Vs Bright Crystal

Fragrance Longevity: Versace Bright Crystal Absolu Vs Bright Crystal

Versace Bright Crystal 

Fragrance longevity depends on many factors like the concentration of perfume oil and very often the skin type (people with dry skin may experience shorter fragrance longevity). The difference in longevity and especially in intensity of a fragrance is determined by the concentration of pure perfume oil. 

The higher the percentage of the perfume oil is in the scent, the more intense and long-lasting the scent will be. 

Although these French names sound confusing and you are tempted to pronounce parfum with a rolling rrr, you should know that the difference is rather simple:

Body sprays contain less than 5 % of perfume oil

Eau Fraiche contains 5%-7% of perfume oil

Eau de Cologne contains 5%-8% concentrated perfume oil

Eau de Toilette contains 10% perfume oil

Eau de Parfum contains 15%-17% pure perfume oil

Parfum (often dubbed as extrait) is 25%-40% pure perfume oil. 

Versace Bright Crystal is formulated as an eau de toilette, hence the moderate scent longevity, which on moisturized skin is an average of 3 hours. 

Versace Bright Crystal Absolu 

Versace Bright Crystal Absolu is formulated as an eau de parfum, with higher concentration of perfume oil than Bright Crystal, so it’s indeed more intense and tends to stay strong on your skin for around 6 hours. 

Sillage and Projection: Versace Bright Crystal Absolu Vs Bright Crystal

Versace Bright Crystal is soft, inoffensive, light, and stays close to the skin. It won’t replace itself with oxygen in elevators and nobody will complain about your scent being the source of their discomfort. 

Versace Bright Crystal Absolu

Bright Crystal Absolu is more potent and it shows. Depending on the person and their sense of smell,  it can be picked up from four feet, and sometimes longer. People will notice its beauty and compliment you often. 

Which One Is Better: Versace Bright Crystal or Absolu?

Bright Crystal and Bright Crystal Absolute are both masterpieces. They can be worn anywhere, anytime, anyplace, but they are mostly worn for your own pleasure. 

Being light, Bright Crystal is better suited for office, brunch, or even a lazy Sunday in bed. When you’ve got nobody to impress but yourself. Bright Crystal Absolu is absolutely the right date-night pick, black tie, or special occasions pick. It suits perfectly the Versace woman: She is confident, but never arrogant; feminine, but never fragile.

You liked our Versace Bright Crystal Absolu Vs Bright Crystal comparison? Tell us all about it in the comments.

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Marina Ljubisavljevic

Marina is a Scentbird Senior Digital Content Creator, coffee lover, and named by friends the “most knowledgeable perfume connoisseur who regularly misses flights because of duty free perfumeries."

27 Comments

  1. Nancy Kares says:

    Great article.

    1. Marina Ljubisavljevic says:

      Thank you Nancy

  2. Lorie says:

    was on the fence about which one I was getting, lol. Now I know! Going to buy both!???? and they certainly can be layered. I can’t go wrong! Thank you, interesting read!

    1. Haydee Torres says:

      I have both, Bright Crystal and the Absolu. They are both so beautiful, Absolu being my favorite. It stays on longer and ppl compliment me, even one doctor said it was very soft and beautiful.

      1. Darlene says:

        I have the Bright Crystal Absolu, it was the first sent I ordered from Scentbird. This is a great article. Throughout the comparison I thought the details of the Absolu really were on point. I enjoy the strong, elegant yet clean scent. I was complimented a couple of times. I pulled out my case an told them about the membership and recommend the Bright Crystal Absolu for there first purchase. I will order this again in the future too.

  3. Heather D says:

    This is a fantastic article that is well-written and easy to read!

    1. patricia.gaugler says:

      Thank you so much, Heather 🙂

  4. Ayo E. says:

    This was an amazing article, I felt like I could taste the Absolute version.

    1. Marina Ljubisavljevic says:

      Thank you, Ayo.

  5. Ayo E. says:

    This was an amazing article, I felt like I could taste the Absolu version.

  6. Moira Edge says:

    I bought a set of tiny Versace miniatures and thought the Bright Crystal was EDP till I read EDT on its bottom. I was disappointed and left it…a year later it fell out of a drawer tried it and absolutley loved it. I researched and noticed Absolu….I ve just found your article and I’m stoked…..I have no hesitation in buying the Absolu knowing I’ll also buy the toilette when my teeny tiny bottle runs out. Thank you so much for the excellent comparison.

    1. Marina Ljubisavljevic says:

      Thank you for your kind words, Moira. I’m glad you liked the comparison.

    2. patricia.gaugler says:

      ❤️

  7. Elizabeth says:

    I love this product I only oder from here

  8. Billie Bush says:

    I like both, but absolute is my favorite. It is very light, airy, stays a long time, and men seem to love it! Every time I wear it I always get tons of compliments.

    1. Marina Ljubisavljevic says:

      ❤️

      1. Janita Melendez says:

        I just got the Absolute and I love it, my niece use it also and when she comes to my house she always leave the sense behind and I love it. I will be getting all of the Versace perfumes !

        1. saida.Iuldasheva says:

          you and your niece have a great taste in fragrance, Janita ❤️‍???????? Bright Crystal Absolu is totally a winner and our bestseller for a reason ????

          1. Angela Anderson says:

            My first order and I am amazed! I picked the Versace Bright Crystal Absolu and my boyfriend loves it! I am so glad that it was a hit. I definitely will be ordering it again. I love it so much, Im not sure if I really want to try another fragrance. Thank you so much. ????????

          2. Yana S. says:

            You have no idea how excited we are for you, Angela! ????

  9. Janita Melendez says:

    I just got the Absolute and I love it, my niece use it also and when she comes to my house she always leave the sense behind and I love it. I will be getting all of the Versace perfumes !

    1. saida.Iuldasheva says:

      you and your niece have a great taste in fragrance, Janita ❤️‍???????? Bright Crystal Absolu is totally a winner and our bestseller for a reason ????

    2. Candace Brown says:

      I like bright crystal. Have not tried the absolu.

  10. Hailey Vavao says:

    I love this scent! But…. Do NOT sign up for this!! I’ve canceled my subscription 4 times, they refuse to refund me and continue to charge me. I had to file a report with my financial institution to stop future payments and they refuse to refund anything. They will also occasionally charge you for extras that you didn’t not ask for or agree to. I REPEAT DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THIS EVER!!!

    1. Yana S. says:

      Hi Haley! ???? As a monthly subscription service we operate on a set billing schedule which bills you every month unless the subscription is canceled or put on hold. ???? We’d hate for you to receive something you don’t want and would like to work out some solution once you email us at support@scentbird.com for further discussion ????

  11. Candace Brown says:

    I like the Versace bright crystal now I have not had the other one, but bright crystal is wonderful.

    1. saida.Iuldasheva says:

      You just gotta try Bright Crystal Absolu, Candace ????????

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