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Pikovaya Dama Eau de Parfum bottle Pikovaya Dama EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender F
2018 Year 2010
£££££ Price Tier ££
Diabolique Eau de Parfum bottle Diabolique EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pikovaya Dama EDP
Pikovaya Dama is a proper polariser; a masterclass in aldehydic elegance for some, a vintage, soapy nightmare for others. Expect strong reactions, but never indifference from this high-performance beast.
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Our Verdict - Diabolique EDP
Divisive, soapy, and unexpectedly gentle for its name, Diabolique is a woody-spicy Oriental that some find comforting and others just can't stand. Expect a clean, powdery iris alongside a warm, balsamic depth.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Pikovaya Dama EDP
Diabolique EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Iris 27% vs 28%
Cedar 17% vs 20%
Shared Notes
Musk 29% vs 24%
Sandalwood 23% vs 24%
Only in Pikovaya Dama
Vanilla 25% Patchouli 21%
Only in Diabolique
Vetiver 30% Benzoin 22%

Accords

Pikovaya Dama Diabolique
100%
Powdery
100%
88%
Woody
100%
99%
Citrus
99%
Aldehydic
84%
Fresh
78%
Iris
73%
67%
Aromatic
74%
Earthy
65%
64%
Musky
48%
58%
Rose
Floral
44%
Powdery shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
88%
100%
99%
99%
84%
Iris shared
78%
73%
Aromatic shared
67%
74%
65%
Musky shared
64%
48%
58%
44%

Performance

Pikovaya Dama Diabolique
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Pikovaya Dama

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its potent projection and luxurious, formal leaning accords make it less ideal for the office or casual wear. However, its elegance and 'special occasion' vibe, frequently mentioned by reviewers, suit formal events and romantic dates perfectly.

Diabolique

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

While not overpowering for office wear if lightly applied, its distinctive soapy character and moderate performance lend themselves better to intimate settings. Many reviews suggest it's more suited for cooler weather evenings and cozy dates rather than casual daytime or formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean powdery, woody, iris

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Pikovaya Dama EDP
Diabolique EDP
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