Is Perfume Parlour Combination a dupe of Calvin Klein Contradiction?
Contradiction EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | M |
| 1997 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Combination EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Contradiction
- Combination
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
Contradiction is a seriously divisive scent. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, pulling no punches with its unique blend of cool florals and an unexpected, almost metallic, eucalyptus kick. Clearly a product of its time, but still sparks strong opinions.
Combination copies Calvin Klein's Contradiction - the same luminous white florals cut with that unusual cool eucalyptus over a soft musk-sandalwood base. The budget version captures the contrast but renders it flatter, with the green edge and woods sitting closer to the skin.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Contradiction's 'fresh and clean' vibe, despite its unique turn, makes it generally suitable for office and casual wear, as many users attested to it being 'work safe' and a 'nice everyday scent'. Its moderate longevity and sillage mean it won't overpower, but the distinct eucalyptus note could be too 'harsh' or 'unusual' for some formal or intimate date settings. It's not a sport scent due to its floral and musky-woody base.
Seasons
The fresh white florals and green eucalyptus suit spring, with the warm base carrying into autumn.
Occasions
Clean and elegant, it suits the office, everyday wear and dates.
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.
Shares 12 of its 13 notes, including Rose, Lily of the Valley, Jasmine
Adds pear
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$37.00 plus sales tax
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Combination EDP
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