Is Perfume Parlour Dusk a dupe of Frédéric Malle The Dawn?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- The Dawn
- Dusk
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
A mysterious and opulent fragrance, perfect for those seeking a luxurious scent experience.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Frederic Malle - The Dawn. Built around Pink Pepper, Olibanum, Rose, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Frederic Malle - The Dawn.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The rich and intense notes of oud and frankincense make The Dawn suitable for cooler months and transitions in spring and fall.
Occasions
Its rich, luxurious composition is fitting for formal events and sophisticated date nights, less so for casual or sporty settings.
Seasons
The warm spicy character is happiest in autumn and winter - cooler air gives the warmth room to bloom; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.
Occasions
Its warm spicy, woody signature leans toward evening and daily wear - approachable enough for formal 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.
Shares 4 of its 6 notes, including Vetiver, Rose, Labdanum
Adds oakmoss and pink pepper, drops cypriol oil or nagarmotha and oud
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Dusk EDP
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
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