Is Fragrance World Des Tentations a dupe of Versace Eros?

Eros EDT

Versace by Aurélien Guichard Original Statement

Des Tentations EDP

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Eros Eau de Toilette bottle Eros EDT
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2012 Year 2021
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Des Tentations Eau de Parfum bottle Des Tentations EDP
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Best value £0.40/ml (200ml)
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Eros EDT
Irresistibly bold and seductive, Eros is a clubbing powerhouse that balances electrifying freshness with addictive vanilla sweetness. Not for the timid, it grabs attention and never lets go.
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Our Verdict - Des Tentations EDP
If you're after a budget-friendly twist on a well-known blue fragrance with a creamy, sweet base, Des Tentations hits the mark. It's a crowd-pleaser, no doubt, but some call it a bit too sweet to be truly versatile.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Eros EDT A Des Tentations EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Eros EDT
Des Tentations EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Tonka Bean 37% vs 46%
Apple 33% vs 31%
Mint 33% vs 37%
Ambroxan 32% vs 26%
Lemon 32% vs 31%
Vanilla 30% vs 36%
Geranium 29% vs 26%
Cedar 24% vs 23%
Vetiver 22% vs 20%
Oakmoss 22% vs 18%
Shared Notes
Apple 33% vs 31%
Mint 33% vs 37%
Lemon 32% vs 31%
Shared Notes
Tonka Bean 37% vs 46%
Ambroxan 32% vs 26%
Geranium 29% vs 26%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 30% vs 36%
Cedar 24% vs 23%
Vetiver 22% vs 20%
Oakmoss 22% vs 18%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Eros Des Tentations
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Eros

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Eros works year round but its sweet vanilla and tonka base, paired with bold projection, shine in cooler weather, while the fresh mint and citrus opening keep it wearable in spring and on summer nights.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its powerful projection and sweetness make it ideal for nights out, dates, and casual settings, but it risks overpowering in close office or sporty situations.

Des Tentations

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring

Its vanilla, aromatic and green composition leans towards autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its fresh opening and balanced sweetness make it suitable for casual and date settings, offering an inviting presence. While pleasant, the prominent vanilla and tonka might be a bit much for formal events or very conservative office environments.

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.

Overall scent match
92%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 10 notes is in the original, including Ambroxan, Tonka Bean, Geranium

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

Where to buy

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International (4)

Import charges may apply

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