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L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme Eau de Toilette bottle L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2005 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Florence Extremely Notorious Eau de Parfum bottle Florence Extremely Notorious EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme EDT
This is a beloved, borderline legendary scent that people hoard bottles of. It's a rich, sophisticated gourmand that demands attention and respect, though it won't please everyone with its unique combination of anise and dark chocolate.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Florence Extremely Notorious EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Gucci Guilty Intense - a citrus fragrance led by African Orange Flower, Neroli, with floral depth. Expect a softer, closer-to-skin take on the original - the signature intact, the projection gentler.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme EDT
Florence Extremely Notorious EDP

Notes

Only in L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme
Star Anise 40% Citrus 32% Elemi 28%
Only in Florence Extremely Notorious
Orange Blossom 53% Neroli 47%
Only in L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme
Tea 35% Jasmine 34% Neroli 32%
Only in Florence Extremely Notorious
Lemon 38% Coriander 33% Lavender 28%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 23% vs 38%
Cedar 15% vs 33%
Only in L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme
Cacao Pod 28% Sandalwood 18% Hibiscus 14%
Only in Florence Extremely Notorious
Amber 29%

Accords

L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme Florence Extremely Notorious
100%
Warm Spicy
95%
Woody
66%
94%
Cacao
60%
Citrus
90%
56%
Floral
78%
73%
Patchouli
71%
Anis
57%
Powdery
55%
Balsamic
Aromatic
54%
Amber
42%
100%
Woody shared
95%
66%
94%
Citrus shared
60%
90%
Floral shared
56%
78%
73%
71%
57%
55%
54%
42%

Performance

L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme Florence Extremely Notorious
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and excellent longevity, this isn't one for the office, but rather best saved for evenings out or cooler weather special events. Reviews consistently highlight its elegance and suitability for formal occasions or dates, with many describing it as an autumn/winter staple.

Florence Extremely Notorious

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Best in spring and summer - the citrus, floral profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Keep it for casual and daily - the citrus accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, citrus, floral

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

L'Instant de Guerlain Extreme EDT
Florence Extremely Notorious EDP
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