Taffeta Eau de Parfum vs Beautiful Sheer Eau de Toilette

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Taffeta Eau de Parfum bottle Taffeta EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
U Gender F
2019 Year 2003
££££ Price Tier ££
Beautiful Sheer Eau de Toilette bottle Beautiful Sheer EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Taffeta EDP
This floral green scent with a prominent hyacinth and iris is a sophisticated and long-lasting choice. It's a crowd-pleaser that reviewers adore, making it a safe blind buy for lovers of elegant floral perfumes.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Beautiful Sheer EDT
A dearly departed darling for many, Estée Lauder's Beautiful Sheer is remembered as a fresh, clean, and effortlessly elegant floral. While some found a 'sour' note, most recall it as a bright, optimistic scent with surprising longevity for its delicate character. Bring it back, Estée!
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Taffeta EDP
Beautiful Sheer EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 43% vs 100%
Only in Taffeta
Iris 57%

Accords

Taffeta Beautiful Sheer
100%
Floral
100%
Sweet
85%
82%
Green
84%
Woody
82%
78%
Iris
76%
Rose
66%
75%
Powdery
65%
Fruity
72%
69%
Earthy
66%
Musky
62%
Animalic
Fresh
62%
Floral shared
100%
100%
85%
Green shared
82%
84%
82%
78%
Rose shared
76%
66%
Powdery shared
75%
65%
72%
69%
66%
62%
62%

Performance

Taffeta Beautiful Sheer
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Taffeta

Seasons

Best For:
Spring

Its floral, green and iris composition leans towards spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and good longevity make it versatile, leaning towards more dressed-up settings. The elegant floral and powdery accords suit formal events and sophisticated date nights perfectly, while still being appropriate for a chic casual outing.

Beautiful Sheer

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, clean floral profile and strong performance make it suitable for various settings, from casual wear to office environments, without being overpowering. Many users found it perfect for warmer weather and daily wear, highlighting its versatility despite some noting a surprisingly strong sillage.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean floral, green, rose

Key Differences

Adds buxus and lily, drops calamus and civet

Where to buy

Taffeta EDP
Beautiful Sheer EDT
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