Bibliothèque Eau de Parfum vs Light Blue Dreaming in Portofino Eau de Toilette
Bibliothèque EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDT |
| U | Gender | F |
| 2017 | Year | 2012 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Light Blue Dreaming in Portofino EDT
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Don't go in expecting dusty old books, because what you get is a bold, sweet, and divisive plum-and-leather punch to the face. You'll either adore its unique swagger or run for the hills.
This flanker to the ubiquitous Light Blue is divisive, with some hailing it as a sweeter, more feminine take on the original, while others find it too generic or sharp. A fresh, fruity floral with surprising sweetness, it's perfect for warm weather but might disappoint if you're expecting the original's zesty citrus kick.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With strong projection and long-lasting performance, this scent can be a bit much for the office. Its unique, sensual fruity-leather profile shines best on dates and evenings out, though it can dress up a casual vibe if applied sparingly.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, aquatic, and fruity accords make it a great casual and sport scent for warm weather. The moderate sillage and longevity mean it's unlikely to offend in an office setting, and the feminine, sweet undertones could work well for a daytime date.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean fruity, powdery, patchouli
Adds amber and iris, drops leather and peach
Where to buy
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