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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive floral classic that people love for its sophisticated charm or dismiss for its perceived cheapness. Expect a clean, elegant scent, but be warned: reformulations mean many find it's lost its former beast-mode glory.
Divisive, loud, and utterly 90s, Chloe Narcisse is a love-it-or-hate-it explosion of sweet, spicy florals. A true discontinued masterpiece for some, a cloying headache for others.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 39% | 32% |
| Fruity | 6% | 15% |
| Green | 2% | 8% |
| Sweet | 32% | 29% |
| Warm | 18% | 11% |
| Woody | 11% | 12% |
| Earthy | 6% | 4% |
| Animalic | 12% | 7% |
| Fresh | 4% | 7% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, inoffensive floral profile makes it ideal for office and casual wear. Despite some finding it perfect for formal events, mentions of its weaker modern performance mean it's unlikely to be a showstopper for a big night out.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage mean Narcisse is not suited for most offices, though a light hand might make it work. The rich, sweet floral-spicy profile makes it fantastic for dates and formal events, and it's celebrated by reviewers as a scent for 'real things that people do with one another'.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Powdery, White Floral accords and Sandalwood, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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