Loverdose
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2011 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
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Which Should You Buy?
Loverdose is a divisive, intoxicating scent - a delicious liquorice bomb that leans into its edgy, rebellious side. Some find it a masterpiece, others a challenging, even 'bitchy' punk rock experience. Expect love-it-or-hate-it reactions, but it's certainly not boring.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Loverdose - a floral fragrance led by Star Anise, Mandarin Orange, with citrus depth. As a budget interpretation it sits lighter and more linear than the designer, but the core signature is there.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 12% |
| Floral | 18% | 21% |
| Fruity | 3% | 4% |
| Green | 3% | 3% |
| Sweet | 43% | 39% |
| Warm | 24% | 21% |
| Woody | 9% | 12% |
| Earthy | 8% | 8% |
| Animalic | 4% | 4% |
| Fresh | 5% | 5% |
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Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With strong, sweet liquorice and anise accords, Loverdose isn't a safe bet for the office but shines on dates, especially in cooler weather, where its seductive nature can really come through. Its moderate sillage and disappointing longevity on some make it more suited for intimate settings rather than all-day wear.
Seasons
Best in spring and summer - the floral, citrus profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.
Occasions
Keep it for casual and daily - the floral accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Vanilla accords and Star Anise, Mandarin notes
Different accord profile
Where to buy
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