Is Ayaam Perfumes La Peregina 2011 a dupe of Boadicea the Victorious Blue Sapphire?
Blue Sapphire EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | 2022 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
La Peregina 2011 EDP
Blue Sapphire and La Peregrina both aim for a bold statement, but diverge significantly in execution and price. Sapphire leans into a complex, albeit controversial, blend of opulent notes, justifying its ultra-luxury positioning with unique character. La Peregrina, conversely, is a more accessible, modern amber fragrance that delivers a powerful, sweet incense experience at a mid-range price. The key difference lies in complexity and cost: Sapphire offers niche artistry at a premium, while La Peregrina provides an intense, modern amber experience without breaking the bank. If you want a unique, challenging scent regardless of price, choose Sapphire. If you want a powerful amber without the niche price tag, choose La Peregrina.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
ScentArt
How it unfolds
Notes
- Blue Sapphire
- La Peregina 2011
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a unique, polarizing fragrance.
- Price is no object for olfactory artistry.
- You appreciate complex, challenging blends.
- You want a fragrance with a distinctive character.
- You want a powerful amber fragrance.
- You prefer modern, sweet incense scents.
- You're seeking value without sacrificing impact.
- You want a fragrance that makes a statement.
Divisive, potent, and eye-wateringly expensive, Blue Sapphire demands attention. Many laud its unique, opulent blend, but an equal number are left cold, questioning its originality and astronomical price tag.
This is a bold, modern amber that's not for the faint of heart. It's a sweet, fruity incense bomb that demands attention and leaves a lasting impression, though it might be too much for some.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Rose
33%
vs
24%
Saffron
20%
vs
38%
Red Fruits
62%
Incense
40%
Raspberry
35%
Musk
21%
Cedar
21%
Patchouli
21%
Ambergris
21%
Labdanum
17%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its beast-mode performance and strong sillage make it unsuitable for office wear, as many reviews confirm it can cause headaches and overwhelm. However, its luxurious accords and statement-making quality render it perfect for formal events and impressive date nights.
Seasons
Community season votes for Boadicea the Victorious Blue Sapphire, the fragrance this is built to match, favour spring, autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent projection and rich, sweet-smoky profile makes it unsuitable for the office but perfect for an evening date or a formal event. The strong amber and fruity notes are a bit much for casual daytime wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 2 of its 8 notes, including Rose, Saffron
Adds chamomile and jasmine, drops ambergris and cedar
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