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Aqua Allegoria Grosellina Eau de Parfum bottle Aqua Allegoria Grosellina EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender U
2005 Year 2015
££ Price Tier £££££
Candy Aoud Eau de Parfum bottle Candy Aoud EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Aqua Allegoria Grosellina EDP
A beloved fruity-fresh masterpiece, Guerlain's Grosellina is sorely missed by its adoring fans. This bright, unashamedly joyful redcurrant scent is a ray of sunshine that never gets sickly sweet, capturing the essence of summer with surprising longevity for an Aqua Allegoria.
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Our Verdict - Candy Aoud EDP
Divisive, intriguing, and definitely not what the name suggests. Expect a full-on barnyard oud with a fruity twist. It's unique, but whether that's a good thing is truly down to your nose.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Aqua Allegoria Grosellina EDP
Candy Aoud EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 33% vs 49%
Only in Aqua Allegoria Grosellina
Lemon 33% Mandarin 33%
Only in Candy Aoud
Grapefruit 50%

Accords

Aqua Allegoria Grosellina Candy Aoud
100%
Fruity
100%
Woody
87%
69%
Citrus
Leather
65%
64%
Sweet
58%
63%
Fresh
Amber
57%
45%
Green
56%
Oud
55%
Aromatic
55%
51%
Sour
Fruity shared
100%
100%
87%
69%
65%
Sweet shared
64%
58%
63%
57%
Green shared
45%
56%
Oud
55%
55%
51%

Performance

Aqua Allegoria Grosellina Candy Aoud
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Aqua Allegoria Grosellina

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, fruity nature and moderate sillage make it ideal for casual wear and daily use. While too relaxed for formal events, its invigorating qualities suit exercise and it's pleasant enough for dates without being overly seductive.

Candy Aoud

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

The prominent and sometimes 'barnyard' oud makes this too potent for most office environments. It's best suited for cooler weather evening wear, where its bold character can shine without overwhelming, making it suitable for dates or formal events. Casual wear is possible if you're feeling particularly daring.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
92%
Key Similarities

Both lean fruity, sweet, green

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Aqua Allegoria Grosellina EDP
Candy Aoud EDP
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