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No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum bottle No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2020 Year 2016
£ Price Tier ££££
Note di Colonia I Eau de Parfum bottle Note di Colonia I EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin EDP
Aldi's Lime, Basil & Mandarin delivers an impressively authentic zesty-fresh impression at a fraction of the designer price. It's bright, breezy and effortless, though fleeting-reapply freely for a constant burst of citrus cheer.
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Our Verdict - Note di Colonia I EDP
A refined citrus fragrance blending classic Italian elegance with modern ease.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin EDP
Note di Colonia I EDP

Notes

No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin
Note di Colonia I

Core Notes

Only in Note di Colonia I
Clary Sage 100%
Shared Notes
Bergamot 27% vs 52%
Only in No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin
Lime 39% Mandarin 33%
Only in Note di Colonia I
Lemon 47%
Shared Notes
Lavender 28% vs 33%
Only in No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin
Basil 46% Thyme 26%
Only in Note di Colonia I
Neroli 39% Rose 28%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 52% vs 100%
Only in No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin
Vetiver 29% Musk 18%

Accords

No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Note di Colonia I
90%
Citrus
90%
76%
Aromatic
40%
Floral
70%
54%
Green
30%
Woody
50%
40%
Herbal
30%
Sweet
Citrus shared
90%
90%
Aromatic shared
76%
40%
70%
54%
Woody shared
30%
50%
40%
30%

Performance

No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Note di Colonia I
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Intimate
Light
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Bursting with zesty citrus and uplifting basil, this scent is perfect for spring and summer, offering a crisp breeze of freshness. The light composition feels too airy for cold winter days, while in fall it works as a subtle, clean daytime pick.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

The discreet projection and clean citrus-herbal profile make it ideal for office, casual and post-workout freshness. It is less suited to formal events or romantic evenings where a richer, more sensual fragrance is expected.

Note di Colonia I

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

The fragrance's bright citrus and floral notes are best suited for warmer weather, making it ideal for spring and summer. It can also work well in fall due to its woody and subtle spicy undertones.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate projection and classic profile make it appropriate for office wear and casual outings. The fresh and comforting nature also makes it suitable for less formal occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, aromatic, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin EDP
Note di Colonia I EDP
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