De Magnolia Eau de Toilette bottle De Magnolia
Edt Concentration Edt
U Gender U
2014 Year 1974
££££ Price Tier ££
Cristalle Eau de Toilette bottle Cristalle

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - De Magnolia Eau de Toilette
This is a clean, crisp magnolia that's surprisingly divisive. Some find it a masterpiece of fresh realism, others a bit too soapy or masculine. It's a Malle, so quality's a given, but opinions are split.
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Our Verdict - Cristalle Eau de Toilette
Cristalle EDT is a divisive classic: for some, a masterpiece of cool, green sophistication; for others, an outdated, sharp, or even 'skanky' relic. It's Chanel at its most stark and natural, promising elegance but demanding a certain appreciation for its vintage charm.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 22% 28%
Floral 14% 22%
Fruity 3% 2%
Green 15% 15%
Sweet 9% 7%
Warm 4% 0%
Woody 21% 20%
Earthy 23% 22%
Animalic 2% 0%
Fresh 22% 20%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
De Magnolia EdT
Cristalle EdT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 47% vs 46%
Lemon 26% vs 53%
Only in De Magnolia Eau de Toilette
Green 26%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 15% vs 19%
Shared Notes
Oakmoss 37% vs 54%
Only in De Magnolia Eau de Toilette
Cedar 33% Amber 30%
Only in Cristalle Eau de Toilette
Vetiver 45%

Accords

De Magnolia Eau de Toilette Cristalle Eau de Toilette
100%
Citrus
100%
62%
Earthy
92%
86%
Floral
70%
76%
Woody
84%
51%
Mossy
77%
62%
Aromatic
74%
52%
Fresh Spicy
71%
Green
70%
Citrus shared
100%
100%
Earthy shared
62%
92%
Floral shared
86%
70%
Woody shared
76%
84%
Mossy shared
51%
77%
Aromatic shared
62%
74%
Fresh Spicy shared
52%
71%
70%

Performance

De Magnolia Eau de Toilette Cristalle Eau de Toilette
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

De Magnolia Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate projection and clean, fresh profile make it ideal for office wear and casual settings, as supported by reviews highlighting its 'office compatible' nature. While not overtly romantic or formal, its elegant freshness could work for daytime dates and informal events, though its sillage isn't strong enough for a grand formal impression.

Cristalle Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Its fresh, clean, and understated character makes it perfect for office or casual wear, often described as 'polite' and 'light'. While some find it elegant enough for formal occasions, the 'detached' and 'cool' vibe means it's less suited for intimate dates. Many reviewers highlight its refreshing quality for warm weather and even post-workout use.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
84%
Accord
93%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Earthy, Woody accords and Jasmine, Vetiver notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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De Magnolia Eau de Toilette
Cristalle Eau de Toilette
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