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Note di Colonia I Eau de Parfum bottle Note di Colonia I EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2016 Year -
££££ Price Tier £
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Note di Colonia I EDP
A refined citrus fragrance blending classic Italian elegance with modern ease.
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Our Verdict - Write Mexican One EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Acqua Di Parma - Note di Colonia I - a floral fragrance led by Bergamot, Neroli, with citrus depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Note di Colonia I EDP
Write Mexican One EDP

Notes

Only in Note di Colonia I
Clary Sage 100%
Shared Notes
Bergamot 52% vs 53%
Only in Note di Colonia I
Lemon 47%
Only in Write Mexican One
Neroli 47%
Shared Notes
Lavender 33% vs 33%
Rose 27% vs 28%
Only in Note di Colonia I
Neroli 39%
Only in Write Mexican One
Violet 38%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 100% vs 46%
Only in Write Mexican One
Cedar 53%

Accords

Note di Colonia I Write Mexican One
90%
Citrus
78%
70%
Floral
90%
50%
Woody
66%
Powdery
54%
40%
Aromatic
42%
Citrus shared
90%
78%
Floral shared
70%
90%
Woody shared
50%
66%
54%
Aromatic shared
40%
42%

Performance

Note di Colonia I Write Mexican One
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Intimate
Projection
Intimate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

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.

Write Mexican One

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

The floral character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its floral, citrus signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
52%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, floral, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Note di Colonia I EDP
Write Mexican One EDP
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