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Love in Black Eau de Parfum bottle Love in Black EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
F Gender F
2008 Year 2016
££££ Price Tier ££
La Vie Est Belle L’ Florale Eau de Toilette bottle La Vie Est Belle L’ Florale EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Love in Black EDP
This polarizing violet-centric fragrance is either a dark, sweet, and sensual masterpiece or smells like burnt plastic, rubber, and regret. There's no middle ground, so sample first unless you're feeling adventurous.
Acquired
Our Verdict - La Vie Est Belle L’ Florale EDT
A divisive flanker, this attempts to lighten the iconic LVEB DNA with a floral touch. Many find it fresher and less cloying than the original, while others declare it barely different or outright bad. Expect floral sweetness to the max, but without the praline.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Love in Black EDP
La Vie Est Belle L’ Florale EDT

Notes

Accords

Love in Black La Vie Est Belle L’ Florale
100%
Powdery
70%
70%
Floral
100%
99%
Violet Floral
60%
68%
Woody
60%
63%
Iris
51%
54%
Fruity
60%
50%
Musky
49%
Fresh
Earthy
48%
Citrus
48%
44%
Rose
Powdery shared
100%
70%
Floral shared
70%
100%
Violet Floral shared
99%
60%
Woody shared
68%
60%
Iris shared
63%
51%
Fruity shared
54%
60%
50%
49%
48%
48%
44%

Performance

Love in Black La Vie Est Belle L’ Florale
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Love in Black

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection, longevity, and prominent violet-iris profile make it too assertive for office wear. However, its dark, sensual character and excellent performance are ideal for dates and formal evening events where it can truly shine without overwhelming.

La Vie Est Belle L’ Florale

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Autumn

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate sillage and persistent longevity make it suitable for a date or casual outings without being overwhelming. Some found it too sweet for warm climates, indicating it might be borderline for formal events where discretion is key.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean powdery, violet floral, floral

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Love in Black EDP
La Vie Est Belle L’ Florale EDT
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