Lacura Guardian Eau de Parfum vs Winter Candy Apple Eau de Parfum

Lacura Guardian

Edp	Concentration	Edp
F	Gender	U
2023	Year	2014
£	Price Tier	££

Winter Candy Apple

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Lacura Guardian Eau de Parfum

Juicy pineapple and coconut meet creamy caramel and patchouli in this unapologetically sweet, bold dupe. Guardian is a fun, crowd-pleasing gourmand with punchy projection, perfect for those who crave attention and sugar-dusted warmth.

Statement

Our Verdict - Winter Candy Apple Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper festive crowd-pleaser, delivering exactly what it promises: a sugary, spiced apple. Some reckon it's a bit too 'shampoo-y' or artificial, but for most, it's Christmas in a bottle - warm, joyful, and surprisingly versatile.

Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus	11%	14%
Floral	14%	17%
Fruity	25%	10%
Green	2%	3%
Sweet	43%	35%
Warm	7%	12%
Woody	5%	6%
Earthy	10%	11%
Animalic	5%	9%
Fresh	10%	10%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Lacura Guardian EdP

Winter Candy Apple EdP

Notes

Base Notes

Patchouli 27% Vanilla 22% Cacao Butter 18% Tonka Bean 14% Amber 11% Musk 8%

Base Notes

Musk 36% Oakmoss 32% Orris 32%

Only in Lacura Guardian Eau de Parfum

Pineapple 35% Coconut 29% Mandarin 20% Bergamot 16%

Only in Winter Candy Apple Eau de Parfum

Candy Apple 62% Orange 38%

Only in Lacura Guardian Eau de Parfum

Red Berries 28% Orchid 22% Jasmine 19% Honey 17% Praline 15%

Only in Winter Candy Apple Eau de Parfum

Cinnamon 28% Maple 27% Rose 25% Neroli 21%

Shared Notes

Musk 8% vs 36%

Only in Lacura Guardian Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 27% Vanilla 22% Cacao Butter 18% Tonka Bean 14% Amber 11%

Only in Winter Candy Apple Eau de Parfum

Oakmoss 32% Orris 32%

Accords

Lacura Guardian Eau de Parfum Winter Candy Apple Eau de Parfum

90%

Sweet

100%

85%

Gourmand

92%

63%

Fruity

67%

Woody

57%

Cinnamon

56%

54%

Warm Spicy

50%

Citrus

54%

49%

Caramel

Rose

48%

Musky

44%

30%

Powdery

Sweet shared

90%

100%

Gourmand shared

85%

92%

Fruity shared

63%

67%

Woody

57%

Cinnamon

56%

Warm Spicy shared

54%

50%

Citrus

54%

Caramel

49%

Rose

48%

Musky

44%

Powdery

30%

Performance

Lacura Guardian Eau de Parfum Winter Candy Apple Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Short (2-4h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Lacura Guardian Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

The lush sweetness, tropical fruits and caramel warmth make Guardian vibrant for spring and fall, while its richness avoids being cloying in moderate heat. Its heavy gourmand aspect is less suited to the coldest or hottest extremes.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

With its bold, sweet and fruity-gourmand profile, Guardian excels for dates and casual outings but can be overwhelming for office or sporty settings. Its statement character is less formal but perfect for making an impression.

Winter Candy Apple Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Winter

Also Works:

Autumn

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Sport

Its sweet, fruity, and warm spicy character makes it ideal for casual wear and dates, with many reviewers enjoying it year-round. While not overly formal, its strength means it might be a bit much for a strict office environment, though some find its 'shampoo-y' freshness suitable for lighter activities like sport.