Jardin des Sens Secret II Eau de Parfum vs Black XS Los Angeles for Her Eau de Toilette
Jardin des Sens Secret II EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDT |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2017 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Black XS Los Angeles for Her EDT
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive affair, swinging between opulent oriental and a fruity shampoo that some find a bit much. It's got fans who love its dense, warm embrace, but others recoil, finding it less 'Secret II' and more 'Eau de Toilette Cleaner II'.
This one's a bit of a mixed bag; it's a pleasant tropical citrus that many find universally appealing, but some are left wanting more given the 'Black XS' branding. A safe crowd-pleaser that struggles to make a big impression.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its dense, amber-sweet profile lends itself more to evening or cooler weather occasions. While some find it universally wearable, its heavy character makes it less suitable for office or sport. It's too opulent for casual everyday wear but makes a statement on a date or at a formal event.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its refreshing, fruity-floral profile makes it ideal for casual wear and daily use, while its moderate sillage keeps it from being too overwhelming for the office. However, its easy-going nature means it lacks the gravitas for formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean sweet, fruity, vanilla
Adds bitter orange and caramel, drops benzoin and cedar
Where to buy
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