Is Fragrance World Ceaser Giovanni Lorenzi a dupe of Tiziana Terenzi Chimaera?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for a deeply divisive scent, Chimaera by Tiziana Terenzi is a chameleon of chaos. Some find it a complex masterpiece, a 'holy grail' of spicy gourmands, while others are met with 'burnt hair' or a 'synthetic mess'. It's not a crowd-pleaser, but rather a journey for the bold.
If you're after a sophisticated scent that punches well above its weight for the price, Ceaser Giovanni Lorenzi is an absolute no-brainer. It's a proper oud-leather bomb that delivers serious longevity and projection without breaking the bank.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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 cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its beast-mode performance and heavy, complex accords, Chimaera is far too intense for office or sport. It truly shines for formal events and dates, offering a sophisticated and powerful presence for cold-weather occasions.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With its strong projection and impressive longevity, this fragrance is perfect for evenings and colder weather events where it can truly shine. It's likely too dominant for an office setting, but ideal for a date or a formal occasion.
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.
Every one of its 16 notes is in the original, including Iris, Magnolia, Peony
Without benzoin and canadian fir balsam
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Chimaera Extrait
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Ceaser Giovanni Lorenzi EDP
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International (2)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work