Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2011 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Trefle Pur
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Aldi's Lime, Basil & Mandarin delivers an impressively authentic zesty-fresh impression at a fraction of the designer price. It's bright, breezy and effortless, though fleeting-reapply freely for a constant burst of citrus cheer.
Trefle Pur promises a meadow-fresh, green adventure but delivers a fleeting, albeit beautiful, citrus-herb zing. Most agree it's gorgeous but barely there - a real blink-and-you'll-miss-it fragrance.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 27% | 16% |
| Floral | 9% | 12% |
| Fruity | 3% | 1% |
| Green | 24% | 28% |
| Sweet | 10% | 9% |
| Warm | 8% | 9% |
| Woody | 13% | 8% |
| Earthy | 19% | 20% |
| Animalic | 4% | 7% |
| Fresh | 24% | 19% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Bursting with zesty citrus and uplifting basil, this scent is perfect for spring and summer, offering a crisp breeze of freshness. The light composition feels too airy for cold winter days, while in fall it works as a subtle, clean daytime pick.
Occasions
The discreet projection and clean citrus-herbal profile make it ideal for office, casual and post-workout freshness. It is less suited to formal events or romantic evenings where a richer, more sensual fragrance is expected.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, green, and citrusy profile makes it ideal for casual wear and the office, as many reviewers highlight its non-intrusive nature. However, its noted poor longevity and subtle sillage mean it wouldn't make a big impact for formal events or a lasting impression on dates.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Citrus, Fresh Spicy accords and Basil, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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