Is Fragrance World Taj 2 a dupe of Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman?
Blue Talisman EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2024 |
| $$$$ | Price Tier | $$ |
Taj 2 EDP
Blue Talisman leans feminine and is polarizing; some find it a compliment-getter, others synthetic. Taj 2 is a dupe that's also divisive. The key difference lies in the overall composition, with Taj 2 being either a stronger alternative or a powdery imitation. Essentially, you're paying a luxury price for Blue Talisman's potentially synthetic sweetness, or taking a gamble on Taj 2's bolder, but potentially less refined, interpretation. Neither are safe blind buys, given the mixed reviews.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
ScentArt
How it unfolds
Notes
- Blue Talisman
- Taj 2
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You want a fragrance from a luxury brand.
- You want a sweeter, more feminine scent.
- You prefer a fragrance with a moderate sillage.
- You want a stronger, longer-lasting scent.
- You are looking for a budget-friendly alternative.
- You don't mind a potentially powdery dry down.
This one's a bit of a mixed bag; while it's a compliment magnet for many, some find it too synthetic and overpriced for a basic, feminine-leaning scent. Don't fall for the hype without testing it first, as it clearly doesn't work for everyone.
Sweet, fruity and spiced with a soft, powdery edge, and it works from spring to autumn. Pineapple and cardamom set the tone, with incense and sage keeping it from turning syrupy.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Base Notes
Musk
13% share of the perfume
Ambroxan
10% share of the perfume
Cedar
7% share of the perfume
Akigalawood
7% share of the perfume
Pear
18% share of the perfume
Musk
13% share of the perfume
Ginger
11% share of the perfume
Bergamot
11% share of the perfume
Ambroxan
10% share of the perfume
Orange Blossom
9% share of the perfume
Georgywood
8% share of the perfume
Cedar
7% share of the perfume
Akigalawood
7% share of the perfume
Mandarin
5% share of the perfume
Musk
13% share of the perfume
Ambroxan
10% share of the perfume
Cedar
7% share of the perfume
Akigalawood
7% share of the perfume
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and often-described 'inoffensive' nature makes it ideal for office and casual wear. While some find it quite strong, its generally mass-appealing profile also suits dates, but it might be too vibrant and casual for formal events.
Seasons
Pineapple, cardamom and sage keep it fresh enough for spring and summer, while the vanilla and sandalwood give it body for autumn.
Occasions
Sweet, fruity and moderate, it works for casual days, dates and the office. It is not formal enough for black tie.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Similar overall composition based on olfactory analysis
Adds akigalawood and ambroxan, drops cardamom and incense
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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