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| Edp | Concentration | Parfum |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2015 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Inevitable Crimes of Passion
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A budget Perfume Parlour interpretation of Givenchy Play (2008) - the bitter-orange and coffee fougere by Dominique Ropion that became Justin Timberlake's quiet hit, here translated into a four-citrus opening over coffee, pepper, and a vetiver-patchouli close. Honest dupe-fidelity for daytime casual and office wear.
This one sparks serious debate - some call it mouldy decay, others a unique woody-gourmand masterpiece. Definitely not a blind buy unless you fancy smelling like vintage fruit and forest floor.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 26% | 18% |
| Floral | 5% | 0% |
| Fruity | 4% | 3% |
| Green | 6% | 2% |
| Sweet | 11% | 4% |
| Warm | 13% | 4% |
| Woody | 26% | 25% |
| Earthy | 27% | 40% |
| Animalic | 0% | 3% |
| Fresh | 12% | 13% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The bitter-orange and grapefruit opening lands brightest in spring and early summer; the coffee-pepper-vetiver heart and base give it autumn carry too. Less suited to deep winter where the citrus fades faster.
Occasions
A clean unisex citrus-coffee with intimate sillage is a natural fit for casual day wear and office; the coffee depth makes it work for daytime dates. Lacks the gravitas or trail for formal evenings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and spring.
Occasions
Its bold and polarising nature makes it a tricky fit for formal or professional settings, but its unique depth shines on a date. For everyday wear, it's a bit too 'statement' for most, though some clearly embrace its distinctive character for creative outings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Citrus, Coffee accords and Coffee, Grapefruit notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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