Is Fragrance World Optimystic Her a dupe of Burberry Her?

Her EDP

Burberry by Francis Kurkdjian Original Statement

Optimystic Her EDP

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Her EDP
Burberry Her is a divisive one: a modern, youthful fruit bomb that captures hearts or repels with its artificial sweetness. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent with some finding it playfully addictive, while others find it too synthetic to stomach. You'll definitely smell unique, one way or another.
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Our Verdict - Optimystic Her EDP
This loud, fruity-sweet number is a divisive crowd-pleaser. If you're after a bold, long-lasting scent that leans into juicy berries and a hint of Baccarat-esque glam, then Optimystic Her might just be your affordable obsession. Just be prepared for its intensity.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Her EDP A Optimystic Her EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Her EDP
Optimystic Her EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Violet 50% vs 47%
Jasmine 49% vs 52%
Strawberry 21% vs 17%
Musk 16% vs 18%
Raspberry 16% vs 17%
Vanilla 15% vs 15%
Cashmeran 14% vs 15%
Blackberry 14% vs 16%
Woody Notes 13% vs 13%
Amber 13% vs 12%
Oakmoss 13% vs 13%
Sour Cherry 13% vs 12%
Blackcurrant 12% vs 14%
Patchouli 12% vs 12%
Mandarin 10% vs 12%
Lemon 10% vs 8%
Shared Notes
Strawberry 21% vs 17%
Raspberry 16% vs 17%
Blackberry 14% vs 16%
Sour Cherry 13% vs 12%
Blackcurrant 12% vs 14%
Mandarin 10% vs 12%
Lemon 10% vs 8%
Shared Notes
Violet 50% vs 47%
Jasmine 49% vs 52%
Shared Notes
Musk 16% vs 18%
Vanilla 15% vs 15%
Cashmeran 14% vs 15%
Woody Notes 13% vs 13%
Amber 13% vs 12%
Oakmoss 13% vs 13%
Patchouli 12% vs 12%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Her Optimystic Her
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Her

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

The strong, sweet, and fruity profile makes it great for casual outings and dates, as many reviews suggest wearing it for fun social events. Its youthfulness and potential for strong projection, particularly in the opening, might be too much for formal settings or a conservative office environment, though a light hand could make it work.

Optimystic Her

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its potent projection and impressive longevity make it less suitable for office wear, where it might overwhelm. Optimystic Her shines brightest on dates or casual outings, where its sweet, fruity, and slightly mysterious character can be fully appreciated. While it has formal elements, its bold fruitiness might be too playful for very strict events.

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.

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 16 notes is in the original, including Violet, Jasmine, Sour Cherry

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

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