Is Alexandria Fragrances Citron del Mar a dupe of Creed Millésime Impérial?
Millésime Impérial EDP
| EDP | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1995 | Year | 2017 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Citron del Mar Extrait
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Millésime Impérial is the quintessential salty citrus-marine fragrance, blending sunlit fruit, tangy sea air, and a whisper of woods into pure golden elegance. Effortlessly luxurious, it is a benchmark for refined summer freshness.
This salty-sweet citrus bomb is a solid alternative to a well-known niche fragrance, delivering a refreshing burst that performs admirably. It's a crowd-pleaser for good reason, offering a bright, beachy vibe without veering into generic blue territory.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Its sparkling citrus, marine and salty facets are tailor made for hot weather and spring freshness, while its low warmth and light woods make it less suited to winter. Falls off in performance and presence in cold air.
Occasions
The gentle projection and breezy, sophisticated freshness make it ideal for office, daytime, and casual wear. Its subtlety and lack of overt richness mean it is less suited to formal evening occasions.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, energetic, and clean profile makes it highly suitable for casual wear and sports, while positive projection prevents it from being a quiet office scent. While some find it too casual for formal events, its versatility means it can easily transition from day to evening dates.
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 8 of its 9 notes, including Fruity Notes, Salt, Lemon
Adds orange, drops mandarin
Where to buy
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International (8)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 7 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work