Is Perfume Parlour Kyoushi a dupe of Giorgio Armani Sensi?
Sensi EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | M |
| 2002 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Kyoushi EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
This discontinued gem has a fierce cult following, and for good reason. Sensi is a soft, comforting, yet utterly elegant almond-floral blend that feels like a warm hug. It's a genuine masterpiece, hence the ongoing clamour for its return. Don't bother with expensive vintage bottles, though; they've likely turned.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Giorgio Armani Sensi - a citrus fragrance led by Kaffir Lime, with amber depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and smooth, warm accords make Sensi perfect for daily wear, whether at the office or on casual outings. It's sophisticated enough for a date but perhaps a touch too understated for a grand formal event, and definitely not for sport.
Seasons
Best in spring and summer - the citrus, amber profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.
Occasions
Keep it for casual and daily - the citrus accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.
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 1 of its 7 notes, including Benzoin
Adds almond and black locust, drops barley and kaffir lime
Where to buy
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