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Which Should You Buy?
This one is a fresh, clean aquatic that's a dead ringer for Acqua di Gioia, especially for the price. It's a solid choice for warm weather, though expect to reapply throughout the day.
Melrose Place is the quintessential 'clean girl' scent, a popular but divisive fresh rose that many love for its shampoo-like quality, but just as many dismiss as unremarkable, fleeting, or even sour. It's a crowd-pleaser for some, a headache for others.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 7% |
| Floral | 27% | 29% |
| Fruity | 12% | 20% |
| Green | 3% | 3% |
| Sweet | 18% | 22% |
| Warm | 12% | 10% |
| Woody | 14% | 14% |
| Earthy | 9% | 3% |
| Animalic | 14% | 10% |
| Fresh | 15% | 18% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean aquatic profile makes it highly suitable for casual wear, sports, and the office, as it's largely inoffensive. However, its often reported weak projection and longevity mean it's not ideal for formal events or dates where a more impactful presence is desired.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and inoffensive profile makes it perfect for office or casual wear, often described as a 'shampoo scent'. However, its generally poor longevity and intimate sillage mean it's not ideal for formal events or dates where you want a stronger presence. It's often recommended for post-shower or gym wear due to its fresh nature.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Rose, Fresh accords and Jasmine, Peony notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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