Is Fragrance World Elysia Sweet Banana a dupe of Kayali Maui in a Bottle Sweet Banana I 37?

Maui in a Bottle Sweet Banana I 37 EDP

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Maui in a Bottle Sweet Banana I 37 Eau de Parfum bottle Maui in a Bottle Sweet Banana I 37 EDP
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Maui in a Bottle Sweet Banana I 37 EDP
This one's a proper mixed bag. You'll either get creamy tropical banana pudding bliss, or a 'toilet-like' jasmine funk that's a one-way ticket to Pungent-ville. Definitely one to try before you buy a full bottle.
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Our Verdict - Elysia Sweet Banana EDP
This banana-coconut dream is a tropical holiday in a bottle, perfectly blending creamy sweetness with a fresh, beachy vibe. It's a genuine crowd-pleaser for warm weather, offering excellent value as a dupe, though be warned: a few find it a bit too much on certain skin.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Maui in a Bottle Sweet Banana I 37 EDP A Elysia Sweet Banana 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
Maui in a Bottle Sweet Banana I 37 EDP
Elysia Sweet Banana EDP

Notes

Maui in a Bottle Sweet Banana I 37
Elysia Sweet Banana
Shared Notes
Banana 65% vs 61%
Vanilla 61% vs 60%
Coconut 53% vs 64%
Jasmine 46% vs 35%
Sandalwood 38% vs 39%
Pear 34% vs 38%
Shared Notes
Banana 65% vs 61%
Pear 34% vs 38%
Shared Notes
Coconut 53% vs 64%
Jasmine 46% vs 35%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 61% vs 60%
Sandalwood 38% vs 39%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Maui in a Bottle Sweet Banana I 37 Elysia Sweet Banana
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Maui in a Bottle Sweet Banana I 37

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its tropical and sweet profile screams casual days and holiday vibes. Given its often fleeting banana note and moderate projection, it's less suited for formal events or demanding office environments.

Elysia Sweet Banana

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its sweet, tropical, and lactonic accords, combined with decent projection, make it perfect for casual outings and dates, particularly in warm weather. While some find it clean and fresh, the gourmand nature might be a bit much for a formal setting or a very conservative office.

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
93%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 6 notes is in the original, including Sandalwood, Vanilla, Jasmine

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

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