Is Perfume Parlour Contentment a dupe of Estée Lauder Pleasures?
Pleasures EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 1995 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Contentment EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive floral powerhouse, Pleasures is either a timeless, clean classic or a screechy, headache-inducing scrubber. Its vibrant green-floral intensity makes it a love-it-or-hate-it scent with serious staying power.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Pleasures. Built around White Lily, White Peony, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Pleasures.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its strong sillage and longevity mean it might be too much for the office if oversprayed, although some find it professional. Its classic, clean floral profile makes it versatile for casual outings and even formal events, while its intensity is ill-suited for sport.
Seasons
Reach for it across spring and summer, where the floral signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.
Occasions
This one suits casual and daily settings; the easy, breezy character keeps it versatile for date rotation too.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both share Sandalwood, Patchouli, Peony notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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