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Porpora Extrait bottle Porpora Extrait
Extrait Concentration EDP
U Gender F
2017 Year 2024
££ Price Tier £££££
Secret VIII Souffle du Desir Eau de Parfum bottle Secret VIII Souffle du Desir EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Porpora Extrait
A divisive yet undeniably potent rose-incense powerhouse, Porpora is an 'of-its-kind' statement. Some say it's an improved version of a well-known classic, others a 'loud and obnoxious' imitation. Either way, expect to be noticed.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Secret VIII Souffle du Desir EDP
A properly grown-up plum and rose combo, Souffle du Desir is a deep, sensual, and undeniably luxurious oriental. It’s got that dramatic flair you want for a big night out, and it lasts the distance.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Porpora Extrait
Secret VIII Souffle du Desir EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Patchouli 34% vs 23%
Only in Secret VIII Souffle du Desir
Rose 47% Labdanum 29%
Shared Notes
Amber 20% vs 34%

Accords

Porpora Secret VIII Souffle du Desir
100%
Amber
100%
86%
Warm Spicy
56%
74%
Rose
74%
63%
Balsamic
60%
52%
Smoky
62%
Vanilla
55%
54%
Sweet
52%
Patchouli
46%
Woody
51%
50%
Floral
49%
Fruity
45%
Powdery
45%
Amber shared
100%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
86%
56%
Rose shared
74%
74%
Balsamic shared
63%
60%
Smoky shared
52%
62%
55%
54%
52%
Woody shared
46%
51%
50%
Fruity shared
49%
45%
45%

Performance

Porpora Secret VIII Souffle du Desir
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Porpora

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage mean Porpora is too potent for most office environments. However, its bold and sensual rose-incense profile makes it perfect for date nights and formal events, particularly in cooler weather. It's a statement scent, not for casual wear.

Secret VIII Souffle du Desir

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its rich, heavy amber and smoky accords, this isn't one for the office or casual daytime wear. It shines on dates and formal evenings, where its dramatic presence can truly be appreciated without overwhelming a space.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, warm spicy, rose

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Porpora Extrait
Secret VIII Souffle du Desir EDP
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