by Carolina Herrera
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1988 | Year | 2009 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
D&G Anthology La Lune 18
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Which Should You Buy?
A truly divisive 80s powerhouse, Carolina Herrera is a bombastic white floral that screams 'boss lady' to some and 'old lady' to others. Definitely not a blind buy unless you live for huge tuberose and unapologetic civet.
La Lune is a divisive, understated floral, a 'your skin but better' scent. Many love its subtle elegance for daily wear, but equal numbers find its performance severely lacking and the composition uninspiring.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 8% |
| Floral | 36% | 34% |
| Fruity | 7% | 11% |
| Green | 13% | 14% |
| Sweet | 20% | 18% |
| Warm | 2% | 4% |
| Woody | 16% | 8% |
| Earthy | 9% | 5% |
| Animalic | 13% | 18% |
| Fresh | 11% | 14% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This perfume's immense strength and sillage mean a very light hand is needed for professional settings, making it less suitable for office wear. However, its bold, sophisticated floral and animalic character, often described as 'sexy' and 'elegant' by reviewers, makes it perfect for date nights and formal events. Its 'powerhouse' nature means it can overwhelm in casual, close-quarter situations.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its generally weak sillage and poor longevity make it perfect for office or casual wear where you don't want to overpower. Reviewers often mention it's a 'safe' or 'inoffensive' choice for daily use, acting almost like a cologne due to its lightness.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Tuberose, Green accords and Tuberose, Green notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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