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Which Should You Buy?
Celeste is an utterly divisive beast - a love-it-or-hate-it violet explosion with an aquatic twist. Some call it fairy-like and magical, while others find it sickly sweet, synthetic, or even nauseating. Definitely not a blind buy unless you like risks.
This perfume is a divisive one. Many find it light, fresh, and perfectly pleasant, like a high-end shampoo. But a vocal minority label it generic, synthetic, and overpriced, offering a 'shampoo vibe' that's more a curse than a compliment. Try before you buy, unless you really love smelling like freshly washed hair.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 13% | 22% |
| Floral | 20% | 19% |
| Fruity | 9% | 12% |
| Green | 4% | 5% |
| Sweet | 28% | 23% |
| Warm | 4% | 10% |
| Woody | 3% | 3% |
| Earthy | 5% | 1% |
| Animalic | 3% | 10% |
| Fresh | 36% | 29% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its beast-mode longevity and strong projection, Celeste is too potent for most offices. Its unique, sweet, and playful profile, as well as the 'magical' sentiment from reviews, make it better suited for dates or casual wear, while its strong projection limits formal use.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and often described as 'inoffensive' or 'office-appropriate' by reviewers, making it suitable for professional settings and casual wear. The shampoo-like quality and fruit-forward notes make it less fitting for formal events or romantic dates, where something more sophisticated might be preferred.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Citrus, Fruity accords and Ambroxan, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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