Le de Therese
| Parfum | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2000 | Year | 2005 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Secret Wish
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This legendary scent is divisive, adored by those who appreciate its complex, 'old-world' charm, but scorned by others as dated or even sickly. Definitely not a blind buy, but if it clicks, expect a sophisticated and unique experience.
A truly divisive scent, Secret Wish is either your fresh, fruity summer daydream or a synthetic lemon cleaner that vanishes without a trace. The bottle might steal your heart, but the juice is a brief, if sometimes brilliant, affair.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 11% |
| Floral | 15% | 12% |
| Fruity | 23% | 32% |
| Green | 5% | 11% |
| Sweet | 20% | 22% |
| Warm | 5% | 5% |
| Woody | 17% | 15% |
| Earthy | 10% | 3% |
| Animalic | 11% | 8% |
| Fresh | 16% | 21% |
Mood
Notes
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Heart Notes
Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sophisticated and unique profile, with decent longevity but discreet sillage, makes it suitable for dates and formal events. While some find it too strong for everyday office wear, its elegant character allows for casual use in moderation. The rich, complex notes are entirely unsuitable for sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, light profile and general lack of strong sillage make it suitable for casual wear or gym, where it's invigorating but not intrusive. However, its poor longevity and casual fruitiness limit its appropriateness for formal settings or dates where a more lasting impression is usually desired.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Citrus, Sweet accords and Melon, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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