Marfa Eau de Parfum bottle Marfa
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2016 Year 2011
££££ Price Tier ££
Sun Java White Women Eau de Parfum bottle Sun Java White Women

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Marfa
Marfa is a creamy, sweet tuberose powerhouse that splits opinion. You'll either adore its rich, white floral swagger or find it a bit too much, even headache-inducing. It’s certainly got staying power for those who fall for its captivating charm.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Sun Java White Women
If a whisper of fruity-floral is all you're after, this might work. Many find it pleasant but frustratingly fleeting, more of a body mist than a true perfume. Don't expect it to turn heads, unless they're right next to you.
Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13% 8%
Floral 32% 31%
Fruity 19% 18%
Green 0% 4%
Sweet 39% 36%
Warm 3% 2%
Woody 10% 8%
Earthy 1% 5%
Animalic 10% 11%
Fresh 9% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Marfa EdP
Sun Java White Women EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Peach 54% vs 15%
Shared Notes
Ylang-Ylang 30% vs 27%
Orange Blossom 28% vs 29%
Only in Marfa
Tuberose 42%
Only in Sun Java White Women
Jasmine 43%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 24% vs 17%
Sandalwood 20% vs 18%
Musk 19% vs 27%
Tonka Bean 19% vs 19%
Only in Marfa
Cedar 17%
Only in Sun Java White Women
Patchouli 17%

Accords

Marfa Sun Java White Women
100%
White Floral
100%
87%
Tuberose
75%
Sweet
81%
73%
Vanilla
56%
70%
Woody
58%
55%
Citrus
68%
64%
Powdery
57%
Musky
63%
60%
Yellow Floral
47%
49%
Fruity
60%
Coconut
56%
55%
Animalic
White Floral shared
100%
100%
87%
Sweet shared
75%
81%
Vanilla shared
73%
56%
Woody shared
70%
58%
Citrus shared
55%
68%
Powdery shared
64%
57%
63%
Yellow Floral shared
60%
47%
Fruity shared
49%
60%
56%
55%

Performance

Marfa Sun Java White Women
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Marfa

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Marfa's heady white florals and significant projection make it a bit much for a conservative office, but its powerful sillage and longevity are ideal for making an impression on a date or at formal events. It can be worn casually too, especially for brunch or spring outings, as noted by reviewers.

Sun Java White Women

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its gentle sillage and questionable longevity make it a good fit for casual wear or even the gym, where a subtle, clean scent is preferred. It's too subdued for formal events and might not leave enough impression for a date.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
95%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
92%
Accord
80%
Key Similarities

Both share White Floral, Sweet, Vanilla accords and Peach, Orange Blossom notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Marfa
Sun Java White Women
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