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Star Confidence is a confident, modern chypre-floral with a lush blackcurrant-jasmine heart and a mossy, subtly earthy base. Versatile and uplifting, it flatters both men and women who want understated charm.
A budget Perfume Parlour interpretation of Nishane Karagoz (2017) - Jorge Lee's wine-grape and patchouli extrait that became one of the Turkish niche house's most lauded releases, here translated into an EDP-strength reading of the wine-fruit-neroli pyramid. Honest dupe-fidelity for evening and warm-weather wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 20% |
| Floral | 20% | 45% |
| Fruity | 35% | 90% |
| Green | 15% | 55% |
| Sweet | 21% | 65% |
| Warm | 3% | 30% |
| Woody | 11% | 65% |
| Earthy | 29% | 70% |
| Animalic | 3% | 15% |
| Fresh | 7% | 25% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Its blend of juicy blackcurrant, green notes, and floral heart makes it vibrant for spring and fall, while the earthy and mossy base lends enough depth for cooler days. Slightly less suited for peak summer or frigid winter due to its woody-mossy drydown.
Occasions
Balanced projection and a sophisticated but not overpowering presence make it ideal for office, date, and smart-casual wear. Not quite formal or sporty due to its earthy-woody complexity and mossy undertone.
Seasons
Wine-grape and patchouli depth read warmest in autumn and winter; the green-fruit lift in the opening keeps it wearable in spring. Less natural in summer where the fermented depth can read heavy.
Occasions
A fruit-evening niche-style composition fits date and formal evening wear well; daytime casual works in cooler weather. Too distinctive for sport, too heavy for warm-weather office.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Green, Woody accords and Patchouli, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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