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Pikovaya Dama Eau de Parfum bottle Pikovaya Dama EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
U Gender U
2018 Year -
£££££ Price Tier £
Paragon Extrait bottle Paragon Extrait

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pikovaya Dama EDP
Pikovaya Dama is a proper polariser; a masterclass in aldehydic elegance for some, a vintage, soapy nightmare for others. Expect strong reactions, but never indifference from this high-performance beast.
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Our Verdict - Paragon Extrait
Paragon is Aromara's take on Prada Paradigme, a fresh-spicy modern signature. Built at 35% Extrait, the bergamot-lavender-iris backbone is close, though the dupe leans sweeter and less transparent than Prada's more restrained, powdery original.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Pikovaya Dama EDP
Paragon Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 18% vs 52%
Shared Notes
Iris 27% vs 37%
Shared Notes
Musk 29% vs 29%
Patchouli 21% vs 33%
Only in Pikovaya Dama
Vanilla 25% Sandalwood 24%
Only in Paragon
Cedar 37%

Accords

Pikovaya Dama Paragon
100%
Powdery
30%
99%
Citrus
99%
Aldehydic
88%
Woody
55%
84%
Fresh
78%
Iris
67%
Aromatic
65%
64%
Musky
58%
Rose
Sweet
40%
Powdery shared
100%
30%
99%
99%
Woody shared
88%
55%
84%
78%
Aromatic shared
67%
65%
64%
58%
40%

Performance

Pikovaya Dama Paragon
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Pikovaya Dama

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its potent projection and luxurious, formal leaning accords make it less ideal for the office or casual wear. However, its elegance and 'special occasion' vibe, frequently mentioned by reviewers, suit formal events and romantic dates perfectly.

Paragon

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring

A fresh, aromatic-spicy scent with warm woody depth that transitions well between spring and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office

Versatile enough for the office and casual wear alike; not distinctive enough to stand out for formal evenings.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean powdery, woody, aromatic

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Pikovaya Dama EDP
Paragon Extrait
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