In the City of Sin Eau de Parfum vs Portfolio Cupid's Rose Eau de Parfum

In the City of Sin

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2012	Year	2019
££	Price Tier	££

Portfolio Cupid's Rose

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - In the City of Sin

This one is a real head-scratcher and a classic case of 'your mileage may vary'. It's either an enchanting spicy fruit dream or a cloying, awkward mess. Best to try before you buy, unless you enjoy fragrant Russian roulette.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Portfolio Cupid's Rose

A truly gorgeous, jammy rose that smells way more expensive than it is - though some found it overpriced upon launch. This one's a crowd-pleaser for anyone after a rich, sweet, and masculine rose, especially when the weather cools.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	8%	10%
Floral	11%	21%
Fruity	18%	12%
Green	2%	2%
Sweet	16%	21%
Warm	23%	12%
Woody	24%	28%
Earthy	17%	16%
Animalic	1%	1%
Fresh	12%	8%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

In the City of Sin EdP

Portfolio Cupid's Rose EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 23% vs 33%

Only in In the City of Sin

Cardamom 40% Pink Pepper 37%

Only in Portfolio Cupid's Rose

Rose 67%

Shared Notes

Plum 30% vs 40%

Only in In the City of Sin

Apricot 29% Rose 21% Incense 20%

Only in Portfolio Cupid's Rose

Cinnamon 35% Cedar 24%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 41% vs 51%

Only in In the City of Sin

Cedar 58%

Only in Portfolio Cupid's Rose

Sandalwood 48%

Accords

In the City of Sin Portfolio Cupid's Rose

100%

Fruity

90%

94%

Warm Spicy

100%

73%

Woody

99%

63%

Rose

90%

Cinnamon

74%

71%

Sweet

60%

Patchouli

71%

62%

Aromatic

61%

Soft Spicy

52%

Citrus

52%

Amber

50%

Powdery

49%

Balsamic

49%

Floral

48%

Fruity shared

100%

90%

Warm Spicy shared

94%

100%

Woody shared

73%

99%

Rose shared

63%

90%

Cinnamon

74%

Sweet shared

71%

60%

Patchouli

71%

Aromatic

62%

Soft Spicy

61%

Citrus

52%

Amber

52%

Powdery shared

50%

49%

Balsamic

49%

Floral

48%

Performance

In the City of Sin Portfolio Cupid's Rose

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

In the City of Sin

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its moderate sillage and good longevity make it suitable for dates and formal events, allowing its complexities to unfold intimately. While some find it office-safe, its distinctive spicy-fruity character might be too divisive for everyday workplace wear.

Portfolio Cupid's Rose

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its rich, warm, and sweet profile makes it ideal for evening and cooler weather, particularly for dates and formal events. While perhaps too strong for the office, it can be worn casually after dark.