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Which Should You Buy?
Ex Nihilo's Fleur Narcotique is a divisive one. It's either a beautiful, fresh-fruity floral masterpiece that pulls compliments, or a screechy, synthetic fabric softener that's aggressively 'clean'. Sample before committing to the hefty price tag.
A divisive but largely loved berry-bomb, Chic by Armaf is either a fantastic, long-lasting dupe for Mon Paris or a screechy, synthetic mess. If you're after a sweet, fruity, floral blast and don't mind a bit of a gamble, this might be your next blind buy win.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 13% |
| Floral | 33% | 30% |
| Fruity | 20% | 15% |
| Green | 5% | 5% |
| Sweet | 21% | 24% |
| Warm | 0% | 1% |
| Woody | 10% | 10% |
| Earthy | 10% | 10% |
| Animalic | 12% | 9% |
| Fresh | 17% | 22% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart 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 fresh, clean, and floral profile makes it highly suitable for office and casual wear, with many reviewers calling it an 'office-appropriate' and 'easy reach' scent. While some find its longevity good for a night out, its relatively softer sillage and linear nature reduce its scoring for formal events and date nights.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its strong projection and sweet, fruity profile make it less suitable for a professional office environment, but it shines in casual and date settings where its bold, feminine character can be appreciated. While some describe it as a 'serious' perfume, its playful nature is generally not formal wear material.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Fruity, Fresh accords and Jasmine, Peony notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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