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Porpora Extrait bottle Porpora Extrait
Extrait Concentration Parfum
U Gender U
2017 Year 2021
££ Price Tier ££
Yellow Rose Incense Parfum bottle Yellow Rose Incense Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Porpora Extrait
A divisive yet undeniably potent rose-incense powerhouse, Porpora is an 'of-its-kind' statement. Some say it's an improved version of a well-known classic, others a 'loud and obnoxious' imitation. Either way, expect to be noticed.
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Our Verdict - Yellow Rose Incense Parfum
A divisive take on the spicy rose and oud combo. While some find it a masterful, nuanced journey, others detect a potpourri vibe or a jarring clash of notes. Definitely not a safe blind buy, this one is for those who enjoy a bit of olfactory adventure.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Porpora Extrait
Yellow Rose Incense Parfum

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 35% vs 47%
Clove 21% vs 29%
Cinnamon 17% vs 23%
Only in Porpora
Raspberry 25%
Shared Notes
Incense 38% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Musk 20% vs 33%
Benzoin 19% vs 28%
Only in Yellow Rose Incense
Patchouli 38%

Accords

Porpora Yellow Rose Incense
100%
Amber
100%
86%
Warm Spicy
86%
74%
Rose
71%
63%
Balsamic
58%
52%
Patchouli
58%
Oud
58%
52%
Smoky
58%
54%
Sweet
Musky
54%
46%
Woody
51%
50%
Floral
49%
Fruity
Powdery
45%
Amber shared
100%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
86%
86%
Rose shared
74%
71%
Balsamic shared
63%
58%
Patchouli shared
52%
58%
Oud
58%
Smoky shared
52%
58%
54%
54%
Woody shared
46%
51%
50%
49%
45%

Performance

Porpora Yellow Rose Incense
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Porpora

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage mean Porpora is too potent for most office environments. However, its bold and sensual rose-incense profile makes it perfect for date nights and formal events, particularly in cooler weather. It's a statement scent, not for casual wear.

Yellow Rose Incense

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and considerable longevity make it less suitable for an office setting. However, its rich, warm, and sophisticated profile is perfect for dates and evening formal events. It's a bit too heavy for casual daytime wear or anything active.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, warm spicy, rose

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Porpora Extrait
Yellow Rose Incense Parfum
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