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Because It's You Eau de Parfum bottle Because It's You EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2017 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Lyon Eau de Parfum bottle Lyon EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Because It's You EDP
A sparkling raspberry-vanilla delight that radiates confidence and flirtatious charm. Loud, sweet, and undeniably crowd-pleasing, it's a go-to for those who love their fragrance to announce their arrival.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Lyon EDP
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Lancome Idole (2019) - pear, rose and musk translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Because It's You EDP
Lyon EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 100% vs 63%
Only in Lyon
Jasmine 37%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 39% vs 32%
Musk 30% vs 41%
Only in Because It's You
Amberwood 30%
Only in Lyon
Woody 26%

Accords

Because It's You Lyon
100%
Fruity
55%
90%
Sweet
Rose
90%
70%
Floral
85%
Fresh
65%
60%
Vanilla
50%
Powdery
45%
50%
Musky
50%
Fruity shared
100%
55%
90%
90%
Floral shared
70%
85%
65%
60%
Powdery shared
50%
45%
Musky shared
50%
50%

Performance

Because It's You Lyon
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Because It's You

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

The sweet, jammy raspberry and creamy vanilla make this shine in cooler spring and autumn weather, while the floral freshness and light citrus keep it wearable in winter and not overly heavy for some summer nights. Overapplication can be cloying in heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its pronounced projection, sweetness, and inviting character make it ideal for dates and social occasions. It’s versatile for casual wear but can become too bold for office or active settings if overapplied.

Lyon

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Rose-pear modern floral lands brightest in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Office, date, casual day - polished feminine versatility.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean fruity, floral, powdery

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Because It's You EDP
Lyon EDP
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