Brooklyn EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2009 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Borough EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
This citrus and amber fragrance gets a very mixed bag of reviews. Some love its unique, uplifting lemon candy and powdery warmth, while others find it annoyingly synthetic or boring. Definitely one to sample before you buy, it's not a crowd-pleaser for everyone.
Borough is Perfume Parlour's version of Bond No.9's Brooklyn, a fresh woody-aromatic often described as smelling like gin and juice. The dupe lands that zesty grapefruit-and-gin character over dry woods, though the budget oil renders Brooklyn's crisp, biting freshness a little softer and shorter.
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Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and fresh, clean profile make it suitable for office wear and casual outings, though some find it light, needing extra sprays. The citrus and soft amber combination isn't quite right for formal events or a standout date night, but the underlying freshness could work for daytime sport.
Seasons
The zesty grapefruit and aromatic greens are at their best in spring and summer, with enough woody backbone for autumn.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean and unobtrusive woody-aromatic character suits casual days, the office and daytime dates more than formal evenings.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean citrus, woody
Similar character via different notes
Where to buy
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