Is Afnan La Fleur Bouquet a dupe of Ex Nihilo Fleur Narcotique?
Fleur Narcotique EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | F |
| 2014 | Year | 2021 |
| $$$$ | Price Tier | $$ |
La Fleur Bouquet EDP
Fleur Narcotique (Ex Nihilo) and La Fleur Bouquet (Afnan) both deliver a fresh, fruity-floral experience, but diverge in price and intensity. Fleur Narcotique, a luxury fragrance, can be polarizing with its strong, sometimes synthetic, clean vibe. La Fleur Bouquet, a more affordable option, offers a sweeter, gentler take on the same theme. The key difference lies in the overall composition; Fleur Narcotique is sharper and potentially overwhelming, while La Fleur Bouquet is softer and more crowd-pleasing. If you are on a budget, La Fleur Bouquet is the easy choice.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Fleur Narcotique
- La Fleur Bouquet
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a stronger, more unique floral scent.
- You want a fragrance with luxury appeal.
- You enjoy a clean, almost soapy freshness.
- Price is not a concern for you.
- You prefer a sweeter, more feminine floral.
- You want a budget-friendly alternative.
- You want a safer, more crowd-pleasing scent.
- You prefer a less intense fragrance.
Fresh and fruity with bite: juicy peach and litchi brighten a peony and jasmine heart, and clean musk gives a modern finish. Strong projection and good lasting power, so go easy on the sprays.
A pretty, sweet-fruity floral that knows it. White florals and jasmine open, juicy citrus follows, and powdery rose with a note of cotton candy finishes. Easy for everyday wear.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Floral Notes
19% share of the perfume
Jasmine
13% share of the perfume
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Powdery
11% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
9% share of the perfume
Rose
6% share of the perfume
Cotton Candy
5% share of the perfume
Jasmine
12%
vs
13%
Musk
9%
vs
10%
Woody Notes
6%
vs
9%
Litchi
16% share of the perfume
Peach
15% share of the perfume
Peony
13% share of the perfume
Orange Blossom
13% share of the perfume
Petalia
6% share of the perfume
Oakmoss
5% share of the perfume
Bergamot
4% share of the perfume
Floral Notes
19% share of the perfume
Fruity Notes
17% share of the perfume
Powdery
11% share of the perfume
Citrus
9% share of the perfume
Rose
6% share of the perfume
Cotton Candy
5% share of the perfume
Litchi
16% share of the perfume
Peach
15% share of the perfume
Bergamot
4% share of the perfume
Peony
13% share of the perfume
Orange Blossom
13% share of the perfume
Jasmine
13% share of the perfume
Petalia
6% share of the perfume
Fruity Notes
17% share of the perfume
Musk
11% share of the perfume
Citrus
9% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
6%
vs
9%
Powdery
11% share of the perfume
Rose
6% share of the perfume
Cotton Candy
5% share of the perfume
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Spring is the best season for its fresh fruit and flowers, with summer very close. Autumn and winter call for something warmer.
Occasions
Office, casual days and sport all suit its fresh, clean character, and it holds up for dates. It is less suited to formal evenings.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Clean in style and moderate in projection, it is highly suitable for everyday and casual wear, and quiet enough for the office. The sweetness and powdery drydown reduce its formality, and it lacks the crispness for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 3 of its 10 notes, including Jasmine, Musk, Woody Notes
Adds bergamot and litchi, drops citrus and cotton candy
Where to buy
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