Is Perfume Parlour Mythical a dupe of Frédéric Malle Superstitious?

Mythical EDP

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Superstitious Eau de Parfum bottle Superstitious EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender M
2016 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Mythical Eau de Parfum bottle Mythical 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 - Superstitious EDP
Divisive, challenging, and utterly compelling-Superstitious is a masterpiece of modern aldehydic florals. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent that demands attention and respect, proving that Ropion still pushes boundaries.
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Our Verdict - Mythical EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Frederic Malle - Superstitious - a floral fragrance led by Peach, Rose, Jasmine, with woody depth. As a budget interpretation it sits lighter and more linear than the designer, but the core signature is there.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Superstitious EDP A Mythical 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
Superstitious EDP
Mythical EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Incense 50% vs 33%
Aldehydes 50% vs 53%
Amber 33% vs 28%
Vetiver 33% vs 38%
Patchouli 33% vs 46%
Rose 33% vs 33%
Jasmine 33% vs 28%
Peach 33% vs 37%
Shared Notes
Rose 33% vs 33%
Jasmine 33% vs 28%
Peach 33% vs 37%
Shared Notes
Incense 50% vs 33%
Only in Superstitious
Aldehydes 50%
Only in Mythical
Vetiver 38% Amber 28%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 33% vs 46%
Only in Superstitious
Amber 33% Vetiver 33%
Only in Mythical
Aldehydes 53%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Superstitious Mythical
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Superstitious

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its nuclear performance and bold, attention-grabbing character, Superstitious is best suited for formal events and date nights where its sillage can make a statement without overwhelming. It's too potent and distinctive for office wear or casual settings, and definitely not built for sport.

Mythical

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

The floral character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its floral, woody signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.

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 8 notes is in the original, including Amber, Vetiver, Patchouli

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

Where to buy

Superstitious EDP
Mythical EDP

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