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Which Should You Buy?
This one is as divisive as they come - you'll either adore its futuristic, clean, and cool vibe or find it utterly repellent, like a metallic punch to the nose. Not one for the faint-hearted, nor for a blind buy.
Modern Glance trails Dior's New Look 2024, Francis Kurkdjian's stark aldehyde-incense-amber study. Perfume Parlour keeps the clean aldehydic-to-amber arc but rounds off the original's divisive metallic sharpness, giving a warmer, more wearable read that loses some of the Dior's luxury crispness.
Scent Profile
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sharp, aldehydic opening can be overwhelming for close quarters like the office, and it's far too avant-garde for a relaxed date. However, its sophisticated and clean nature makes it a compelling choice for formal events where you want to stand out, though some will find it too 'cold' for such an occasion.
Seasons
The warm frankincense and amber lean cool-weather, though the airy aldehydic opening keeps it wearable into spring.
Occasions
Its clean, refined character suits the office and formal settings, with enough warmth for an evening.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean amber, aldehydic, fresh
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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