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By The Coast Eau de Parfum bottle By The Coast EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender F
- Year 2008
££ Price Tier £
Hidden Fantasy Eau de Toilette bottle Hidden Fantasy EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - By The Coast EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Eau De Lacoste. Built around Bergamot, Jasmine Sambac, Orange Flower, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Eau De Lacoste.
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Our Verdict - Hidden Fantasy EDT
This Britney Spears flanker is a divisive one. Many find it light, sweet, and unique among its siblings, recalling festive orange cakes or holiday spices. However, others are turned off by its sharp, artificial citrus or overly woody, dated dry down.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
By The Coast EDP
Hidden Fantasy EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Sandalwood 51% vs 22%
Vanilla 48% vs 30%
Only in Hidden Fantasy
Amber 25% Woody 23%

Accords

By The Coast Hidden Fantasy
Citrus
100%
50%
Sweet
79%
70%
Woody
46%
Vanilla
50%
100%
Sweet shared
50%
79%
Woody shared
70%
46%
50%

Performance

By The Coast Hidden Fantasy
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

By The Coast

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

The floral character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its floral, citrus signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.

Hidden Fantasy

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its light sillage and moderate longevity make it suitable for casual wear or daytime, with many reviewers noting its fresh and inoffensive character. While some associate it with holidays, its versatility means it can adapt to various warm or cool weather casual settings, though it lacks the projection and gravitas for formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, sweet

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

By The Coast EDP
Hidden Fantasy EDT
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