Radio Bombay Eau de Parfum bottle Radio Bombay
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2016 Year 2024
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Island Eau de Parfum bottle Island

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Radio Bombay Eau de Parfum
Radio Bombay is a beautifully complex and polarising scent. Folks either rave about its electric, creamy sandalwood and coconut, or they're put off by a metallic note or fleeting performance. It's unique, but definitely one to try on your skin before committing.
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Our Verdict - Island Eau de Parfum
Khadlaj Island is a divisive yet celebrated dupe for JPG Le Beau Le Parfum; a genuine tropical escape for some, a sickly sweet disappointment for others. If you're patient with maceration, it's a good bet for summer vibes and compliments but expect some disagreement.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 2%
Floral 10% 6%
Fruity 18% 20%
Green 0% 3%
Sweet 19% 28%
Warm 1% 11%
Woody 39% 25%
Earthy 10% 9%
Animalic 11% 6%
Fresh 11% 13%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Radio Bombay EdP
Island EdP

Notes

Only in Radio Bombay Eau de Parfum
Woody 54% Cedar 46%
Only in Island Eau de Parfum
Coconut 60% Woody 40%
Shared Notes
Ambergris 44% vs 21%
Only in Radio Bombay Eau de Parfum
Coconut 56%

Accords

Radio Bombay Eau de Parfum Island Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
94%
41%
Sweet
100%
48%
Coconut
88%
Amber
76%
Fruity
70%
Vanilla
70%
Tropical
69%
56%
Powdery
57%
Iris
52%
Fresh
51%
44%
Musky
Woody shared
100%
94%
Sweet shared
41%
100%
Coconut shared
48%
88%
76%
70%
70%
69%
Powdery shared
56%
57%
52%
51%
44%

Performance

Radio Bombay Eau de Parfum Island Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Radio Bombay Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Given its moderate projection and a distinct 'skin scent' quality after the initial burst, Radio Bombay is versatile for casual wear and intimate dates. It won't overwhelm an office, but might lack the gravitas for formal events. The woody, musky character combined with its intimate sillage makes it quite adaptable.

Island Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

This shines brightest in casual, warm-weather settings like beach days or relaxed outings due to its sweet, tropical accords. While some find it suitable for dates, its potential sweetness and moderate to strong projection can make it less ideal for formal events or enclosed office spaces.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
81%
Olfactory
92%
Notes
84%
Accord
64%
Key Similarities

Both share Sweet, Woody, Coconut accords and Iris, Coconut notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Radio Bombay Eau de Parfum
Island Eau de Parfum
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