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| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1997 | Year | 2022 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Optimystic White
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This budget-friendly aquatic woody fragrance is a fresh, clean scent that punches well above its weight, with many proclaiming it a dead ringer for Chanel's Platinum Egoiste. Don't expect huge performance, but for the price, it's a solid, inoffensive daily reach.
A reliable, clean, and fresh mainstream scent at an everyday price. Some say it's forgettable at first sniff, but give it time - it reveals a subtle aromatic complexity for those who persevere. Perfect for unfussy wearers who just want to smell good.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 19% |
| Floral | 5% | 8% |
| Fruity | 1% | 3% |
| Green | 15% | 21% |
| Sweet | 9% | 4% |
| Warm | 6% | 5% |
| Woody | 31% | 28% |
| Earthy | 11% | 16% |
| Animalic | 7% | 0% |
| Fresh | 26% | 27% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile makes it ideal for office and casual wear, akin to a 'shower gel' scent. While some reviewers call it a good gym scent, its lighter performance limits its suitability for formal events or a romantic date.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, aromatic nature and moderate longevity (around 5-6 hours) make it ideal for casual wear, the gym, and office environments, where it won't overwhelm. It's too zesty and bright for formal events, and just a bit too casual for a romantic date night.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Citrus accords and Lavender, Clary Sage notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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