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A divisive body mist that tries to capture the Sweet Like Candy magic but often falls short. Expect super-sweet fruit and marshmallow, but be warned - the longevity is fleeting, and some find it a bit too boozy and synthetic upon first spray.
Divisive and often misleading, Honey by Marc Jacobs misses the mark for many expecting a true honey scent, typically delivering a youthful, fresh, and overwhelmingly floral-fruity experience. It's a love-it-or-hate-it with performance as varied as the reviews.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 10% |
| Floral | 13% | 24% |
| Fruity | 25% | 29% |
| Green | 6% | 4% |
| Sweet | 44% | 44% |
| Warm | 7% | 5% |
| Woody | 10% | 6% |
| Earthy | 1% | 2% |
| Animalic | 3% | 3% |
| Fresh | 12% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its sweet, playful, and very light character makes it best suited for casual wear or as a comforting bedtime scent. The poor longevity and sillage mean it won't project much, reducing its impact for formal events or office settings.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its light, inoffensive, and clean floral-fruity character makes it suitable for casual wear and daily office use, though some find it too 'shampoo-like' or generic. The inconsistent longevity and sillage mentioned by reviewers temper its suitability for more formal or date settings, favouring warmer, active scenarios.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Sweet, White Floral accords and Pear, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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