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Wave Eau de Toilette bottle Wave EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M 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 - Wave EDT
Missoni Wave is a legendary summer cheapie, lauded for smelling like high-end alternatives at a fraction of the cost. Beloved, versatile, and well-performing for a freshie, it's a 'no-brainer' blind buy. Grab it before it’s gone.
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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
Wave EDT
Note di Colonia I EDP

Notes

Only in Note di Colonia I
Clary Sage 100%
Shared Notes
Lavender 30% vs 33%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 22% vs 100%

Accords

Wave Note di Colonia I
100%
Aromatic
40%
93%
Citrus
90%
49%
Floral
70%
67%
Marine
51%
Lavender
50%
Woody
50%
47%
Fresh
45%
Earthy
45%
Salty
Aromatic shared
100%
40%
Citrus shared
93%
90%
Floral shared
49%
70%
67%
51%
Woody shared
50%
50%
47%
45%
45%

Performance

Wave Note di Colonia I
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Wave

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Often cited as a 'gym safe' and 'daily driver', its fresh and aromatic character, combined with moderate projection, makes it ideal for casual and office wear. While some reviewers report great longevity, the general consensus on its performance means it's less suited for formal events where a more impactful scent is often desired.

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 aromatic, citrus, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Wave EDT
Note di Colonia I EDP
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