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Which Should You Buy?
Flower by Cynthia Rowley is a divisive floral powerhouse, a true love-it-or-hate-it scent. Expect a strong, unapologetic lily blast that some find beautiful and others find overwhelming or even 'grannyish'. It's a confident step beyond your typical Avon offering.
This early-2000s darling is divisive, yet adored by its fans - a clean, fresh, and unapologetically nostalgic scent that evokes simpler times. Love it or leave it, it's a solid, affordable choice that delivers on its promise of bright, musky floral. Just don't expect it to stick around all day.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 13% | 10% |
| Floral | 28% | 29% |
| Fruity | 3% | 2% |
| Green | 16% | 14% |
| Sweet | 20% | 15% |
| Warm | 4% | 5% |
| Woody | 12% | 10% |
| Earthy | 1% | 3% |
| Animalic | 8% | 14% |
| Fresh | 24% | 24% |
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Top Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and impressive longevity, Flower is best suited for scenarios where a pronounced floral statement is appreciated, like a date or a spring casual outing. It might be too intense for an office setting unless applied very sparingly, and formal events could be a hit or miss depending on personal preference. It's definitely not for sport due to its heavy floral nature.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its light sillage and often-cited 'clean' aroma make it ideal for office wear and casual outings, ensuring it's never overpowering. The fresh and floral accords are well-suited for gym use, while its moderate longevity means it's less ideal for formal events or longer date nights where more impact is desired.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, White Floral, Woody accords and Jasmine, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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