Regina
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2014 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Queens
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Bond No.9 Queen - a warm spicy fragrance led by Cardamom, Blackberry, Bergamot, with fruity depth. It captures the gist of the original at a fraction of the cost, rendering a touch simpler and quieter.
This one's a mixed bag. Some rave about its unique berry-tuberose combo and exceptional performance, calling it a masterpiece. Others find it generic, overly sweet, or simply 'meh', especially given the price point. Expect grape Kool-Aid and white florals, with wildly inconsistent claims about longevity and sillage.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 8% |
| Floral | 27% | 28% |
| Fruity | 14% | 16% |
| Green | 3% | 3% |
| Sweet | 27% | 28% |
| Warm | 21% | 18% |
| Woody | 10% | 11% |
| Earthy | 4% | 3% |
| Animalic | 12% | 12% |
| Fresh | 8% | 8% |
Mood
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Best in autumn and winter - the warm spicy, fruity profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.
Occasions
Keep it for evening and daily - the warm spicy accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
Its sweetness and potential for strong projection make it less ideal for a professional office setting. However, the sensual floral and fruity accords, along with its 'sexy' and 'captivating' vibe, make it an excellent choice for dates. It leans feminine, fitting well for casual outings or semi-formal events where you want to make a statement.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Floral, Fruity accords and Osmanthus, Blackberry notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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