Is Fragrance World Brown Sugar Artisan Perfumery a dupe of Bohoboco Red Wine Brown Sugar?
Despite the very high similarity score, Bohoboco's Red Wine Brown Sugar leans into a boozy gourmand profile with a more pronounced sweetness, while Fragrance World's Brown Sugar focuses on the darker, more intense aspects of red wine, coupled with a woody and rose presence. If you want a sweeter, more approachable gourmand, Bohoboco is the winner. However, if you prefer a bolder, less sweet fragrance with a prominent red wine and woody profile, Fragrance World's Brown Sugar is the better choice, especially considering the lower price point.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a sweeter, more gourmand fragrance.
- You want a more pronounced brown sugar note.
- You enjoy a boozy scent that is still easy to wear.
- You prefer a bolder, less sweet fragrance.
- You want a stronger red wine and woody presence.
- You are looking for a budget-friendly option.
- You enjoy dark, intense scents.
This one's a divisive pour, isn't it? Love it or hate it, Red Wine Brown Sugar is a bold, realistic take on fermented fruits and boozy warmth. It's for those who appreciate the theatrical and aren't afraid to smell truly unique.
This isn't your grandma's potpourri - it's a divisive, boozy beast. Expect a full-bodied red wine experience with prominent rose and wood, but don't go sniffing for sugary goodness; the name is a bit of a misnomer. Definitely not a blind buy unless you live for dark, intense scents.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent red wine and sweet boozy accords, combined with reports of strong projection, make it unsuitable for an office setting. However, its rich, decadent vibe is perfect for a special date night or a formal evening, as many reviewers noted its allure for such occasions.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its distinctive wine and rose accords, make it unsuitable for an office environment. However, these same qualities lend themselves perfectly to dates and formal evening wear, exuding a confident, seductive aura.
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 6 of its 9 notes, including Brown Sugar, Red Wine, Cedar
Adds davana and geranium, drops dried fruits and leather
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work