Women Eau de Parfum bottle Women
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1995 Year 2006
££ Price Tier ££
In Control Curious Eau de Parfum bottle In Control Curious

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Women Eau de Parfum
This one's a proper British classic, or at least it used to be. While the current formulation lacks the gravitas of its 90s heyday, it still offers a comforting, if sometimes fleeting, blend of soft fruits and woody warmth. A nostalgic hug, but one that might not linger as long as you'd hope.
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Our Verdict - In Control Curious Eau de Parfum
This forgotten gem from Britney Spears 'In Control Curious' is a sweet and musky vanilla dream, adored by many for its dark and seductive depth which is sometimes compared to niche perfumes but largely, it is an underperforming crowd-pleaser that is definitely worth the hunt.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 3%
Floral 13% 10%
Fruity 26% 29%
Green 7% 3%
Sweet 32% 41%
Warm 3% 5%
Woody 21% 14%
Earthy 10% 1%
Animalic 8% 13%
Fresh 10% 7%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Women EdP
In Control Curious EdP

Notes

Only in In Control Curious Eau de Parfum
Fruity 100%
Shared Notes
Musk 27% vs 50%
Only in Women Eau de Parfum
Vanilla 43% Cedar 29%
Only in In Control Curious Eau de Parfum
Sandalwood 49%

Accords

Women Eau de Parfum In Control Curious Eau de Parfum
100%
Fruity
52%
61%
Sweet
100%
61%
Vanilla
76%
72%
Powdery
51%
67%
Woody
44%
Musky
Amber
40%
Fruity shared
100%
52%
Sweet shared
61%
100%
Vanilla shared
61%
76%
Powdery shared
72%
51%
67%
44%
40%

Performance

Women Eau de Parfum In Control Curious Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Women Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its soft sillage and pleasant, inoffensive character make it a great choice for the office or casual day wear. While some reviewers find it elegant enough for special moments, its muted projection isn't ideal for bolder date nights or formal events.

In Control Curious Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its sweet and musky gourmand profile, coupled with frequent mentions of being a 'date night' scent, makes it perfect for romantic evenings or casual wear. While it's generally not overpowering, its sweetness might be a bit much for a formal office setting. Unfortunately, many reviews note poor longevity and projection, making it more suited for intimate or casual situations where reapplication is easy.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
87%
Accord
77%
Key Similarities

Both share Sweet, Vanilla, Fruity accords and Sandalwood, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Women Eau de Parfum
In Control Curious Eau de Parfum
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