Is Milton-Lloyd Hawaii a dupe of Chloé?
Chloé EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2008 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Hawaii EDP
Chloé and Hawaii sit at very different ends of the fragrance spectrum despite sharing floral roots. Chloé is a well-judged, modern take on rose: crisp, luminous, airy, professional, cleanly done. It's a polished signature scent built for daily wear. Hawaii goes the other way entirely: a vintage-leaning powerhouse built on high-intensity tuberose and a heavy, retro floral sillage that gets noticed. Chloé is subtle and sophisticated; Hawaii is loud, polarising and thoroughly nostalgic. If you want a contemporary, versatile fragrance that stays close to the skin, Chloé wins easily. If you prefer bold, old-school floral projection at a budget-friendly price and don't mind a divisive, high-impact scent, Hawaii is your match. It comes down to modern minimalism against vintage intensity.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Chloé
- Hawaii
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a clean, modern, and professional aesthetic.
- You want a versatile signature scent for daily office wear.
- You value high-quality, airy rose notes over heavy intensity.
- You love bold, retro floral fragrances with strong sillage.
- You are looking for a budget-friendly alternative to vintage scents.
- You enjoy polarising, tuberose-heavy compositions.
A crisp, luminous floral bouquet that radiates effortless chic. Chloé EDP is the ultimate clean-girl signature scent-modern, pretty, and endlessly versatile without ever being boring or old-fashioned.
This retro floral powerhouse is a divisive beast: some hail it as a stunning dupe of vintage Chloe, others find it an absolute scrubber. Expect strong tuberose, undeniable nostalgia, and a love-it-or-hate-it intensity. Definitely not for the faint of heart, or those who prefer sugary modern scents.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Rose
38%
vs
42%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Bright, airy florals and a clean, fresh character make this perfect for spring and summer, but the subtle richness and powdery drydown also work for mild autumn days. It lacks the depth and warmth for winter.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and elegant, non-intrusive floral notes make it highly suitable for office and daytime wear. It also works for dates and casual settings, but might feel too light for formal evenings or sporty activities.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, Hawaii is too potent for most office environments, risking offence. Its rich, elegant white floral character suits formal events and evening dates, though the assertive tuberose might be too much for casual daywear.
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 1 of its 6 notes, including Rose
Adds jasmine and musk, drops amber and cedar
Where to buy
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