Paradise Eau de Parfum vs De Costa Pour Femme Eau de Parfum

Paradise

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2011	Year	2023
££	Price Tier	£

De Costa Pour Femme

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Paradise Eau de Parfum

This peppery floral has a cult following and is widely missed since its discontinuation. Paradise is a love-it-or-hate-it scent - a bold, unique fragrance that isn't for everyone, but those who love it, really love it.

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Our Verdict - De Costa Pour Femme Eau de Parfum

De Costa Pour Femme is a woody floral with a powdery heart that’s surprisingly easy to wear. It's an elegant, understated scent that keeps you guessing, definitely a solid everyday choice that won't overwhelm.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	5%	8%
Floral	35%	30%
Fruity	2%	7%
Green	5%	6%
Sweet	13%	19%
Warm	18%	15%
Woody	18%	14%
Earthy	3%	7%
Animalic	11%	8%
Fresh	18%	15%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Paradise EdP

De Costa Pour Femme EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Pepper 31% vs 25%

Freesia 18% vs 25%

Bergamot 17% vs 25%

Only in Paradise Eau de Parfum

Pink Pepper 32%

Only in De Costa Pour Femme Eau de Parfum

Apple 25%

Shared Notes

Rose 28% vs 25%

Jasmine 24% vs 25%

Only in Paradise Eau de Parfum

Peony 25% Lily Of The Valley 23%

Only in De Costa Pour Femme Eau de Parfum

Heliotrope 25% Violet 25%

Shared Notes

Cedar 32% vs 20%

Only in Paradise Eau de Parfum

Musk 34% Cashmere Wood 34%

Only in De Costa Pour Femme Eau de Parfum

Incense 20% Labdanum 20% Suede 20% Sandalwood 20%

Accords

Paradise Eau de Parfum De Costa Pour Femme Eau de Parfum

100%

Fresh Spicy

74%

70%

Woody

100%

Powdery

99%

73%

Floral

89%

85%

Musky

Amber

80%

79%

Soft Spicy

68%

Rose

58%

55%

Warm Spicy

62%

Citrus

58%

51%

White Floral

56%

Violet Floral

56%

49%

Sweet

47%

Fresh

Fresh Spicy shared

100%

74%

Woody shared

70%

100%

Powdery

99%

Floral shared

73%

89%

Musky

85%

Amber

80%

Soft Spicy

79%

Rose shared

68%

58%

Warm Spicy shared

55%

62%

Citrus

58%

White Floral shared

51%

56%

Violet Floral

56%

Sweet

49%

Fresh

47%

Performance

Paradise Eau de Parfum De Costa Pour Femme Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Short (2-4h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Paradise Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Office Date

Paradise is versatile enough for casual wear and daily use, but its strong peppery opening and moderate performance make it less ideal for formal events or intense sport. It's often recommended for office wear, suggesting it's professional yet distinctive.

De Costa Pour Femme Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Also Works:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its moderate projection and elegant woody-floral profile make it suitable for daily wear, including the office. While versatile, it might be a bit too understated for truly formal events or active sporty occasions.