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Lime Basil & Mandarin Eau de Cologne bottle Lime Basil & Mandarin EDC
EDC Concentration EDP
U Gender U
1999 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 - Lime Basil & Mandarin EDC
The iconic citrus-herbal cologne that defined a genre. Unmatched for sparkling freshness and breezy, modern elegance, but best enjoyed in close quarters due to its fleeting, subtle presence.
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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
Lime Basil & Mandarin EDC
Note di Colonia I EDP

Notes

Only in Note di Colonia I
Clary Sage 100%
Shared Notes
Bergamot 32% vs 52%
Only in Lime Basil & Mandarin
Lime 34% Mandarin 33%
Only in Note di Colonia I
Lemon 47%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 47% vs 100%
Only in Lime Basil & Mandarin
Vetiver 53%

Accords

Lime Basil & Mandarin Note di Colonia I
100%
Citrus
90%
85%
Aromatic
40%
Floral
70%
60%
Green
30%
Woody
50%
45%
Herbal
Citrus shared
100%
90%
Aromatic shared
85%
40%
70%
60%
Woody shared
30%
50%
45%

Performance

Lime Basil & Mandarin Note di Colonia I
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Intimate
Light
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Lime Basil & Mandarin

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Its effervescent citrus, basil, and green herbal notes shine in warm weather, making it perfect for spring and summer refreshment. The light composition can struggle to cut through colder air, so it is less suited to fall and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport

Low projection and understated citrus-herbal character make it ideal for office, daytime dates, and casual outings, where discretion is key. Its freshness is also great post-exercise or for active wear, but lacks the weight for formal events.

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
84%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, aromatic, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Lime Basil & Mandarin EDC
Note di Colonia I EDP
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