Criminal of Love Eau de Parfum bottle Criminal of Love
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2014 Year 2008
££ Price Tier ££
8 88 Eau de Parfum bottle 8 88

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Our Verdict - Criminal of Love Eau de Parfum
This one's a passionate affair, not a casual fling. Criminal of Love is a dark, sensual rose-tobacco blend that polarises with its intensity. While some find it an intoxicating masterpiece, others are put off by its 'medicinal' opening. Definitely not for the faint of heart, or for the office, apparently.
Acquired
Our Verdict - 8 88 Eau de Parfum
This isn't for the faint of heart; 8 88 is either a 'wow' or a 'weird', with its metallic-spicy embrace alienating as many as it enraptures. A challenging but undeniably unique scent for those who dare.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2% 2%
Floral 14% 9%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 4% 5%
Sweet 16% 15%
Warm 35% 40%
Woody 21% 15%
Earthy 21% 31%
Animalic 7% 9%
Fresh 6% 3%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Criminal of Love EdP
8 88 EdP

Notes

Only in Criminal of Love Eau de Parfum
Cardamom 51% Saffron 49%
Only in Criminal of Love Eau de Parfum
Rose 47% Cedar 29% Papyrus 24%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 27% vs 44%
Only in Criminal of Love Eau de Parfum
Tobacco 31% Incense 23% Immortelle 18%
Only in 8 88 Eau de Parfum
Amber 56%

Accords

Criminal of Love Eau de Parfum 8 88 Eau de Parfum
100%
Warm Spicy
100%
77%
Tobacco
75%
Woody
49%
51%
Amber
67%
65%
Rose
Aromatic
62%
60%
Patchouli
58%
Sweet
51%
Balsamic
49%
Smoky
46%
Earthy
46%
44%
Leather
44%
Herbal
44%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
100%
77%
Woody shared
75%
49%
Amber shared
51%
67%
65%
62%
60%
58%
51%
Smoky shared
49%
46%
46%
Leather shared
44%
44%
44%

Performance

Criminal of Love Eau de Parfum 8 88 Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Criminal of Love Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Given its strong projection and overtly sensual nature, this scent is entirely unsuitable for the office, as many reviewers agree. It shines brightest on dates or for special evening occasions where its captivating, dark intensity can truly be appreciated, making it a poor choice for casual wear or sport.

8 88 Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its unique, sometimes 'metallic' nature and solid projection make it a bit much for a formal office setting, though some found it wearable if lightly applied. The warm and intriguing accords lend themselves well to dates and casual outings where its distinctiveness can be appreciated without being overwhelming.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
90%
Accord
58%
Key Similarities

Both share Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody accords and Papyrus, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Criminal of Love Eau de Parfum
8 88 Eau de Parfum
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