L'Instant Magic Eau de Parfum bottle L'Instant Magic
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2007 Year 2007
££ Price Tier ££££
Opulent Shaik Classic No 33 Eau de Parfum bottle Opulent Shaik Classic No 33

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L'Instant Magic
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Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - L'Instant Magic
Divisive, yet utterly enchanting for its devotees. This Guerlain offers a powdery, soft embrace that some find magically comforting, while others can't get past its baby powder resemblance. A true love-it-or-hate-it scent with a dedicated following.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
A truly gorgeous, complex floral gourmand that's divisive enough to inspire gatekeeping, yet universally praised for its sophistication. It leaves an impression of refined elegance that's hard to forget, even if your wallet cries a little.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 17% 10%
Floral 31% 24%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 7% 12%
Sweet 28% 27%
Warm 12% 15%
Woody 8% 6%
Earthy 4% 8%
Animalic 4% 6%
Fresh 18% 13%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
L'Instant Magic EdP
Opulent Shaik Classic No 33 EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 31% vs 29%
Only in L'Instant Magic
Anise 40% Lemon 28%
Only in Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
Angelica 36% Coriander 35%
Shared Notes
Rose 18% vs 22%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 18% vs 29%
Musk 16% vs 25%
Sandalwood 12% vs 19%
Only in L'Instant Magic
Iris 21% Almond 21% Cedar 10%
Only in Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
Tonka Bean 26%

Accords

L'Instant Magic Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
100%
Powdery
100%
56%
Vanilla
99%
73%
Floral
63%
57%
Musky
67%
62%
Almond
62%
Iris
51%
58%
Sweet
50%
57%
Woody
49%
Rose
55%
Amber
52%
50%
Anis
Aromatic
50%
Powdery shared
100%
100%
Vanilla shared
56%
99%
Floral shared
73%
63%
Musky shared
57%
67%
62%
Iris shared
62%
51%
Sweet shared
58%
50%
Woody shared
57%
49%
55%
52%
50%
50%

Performance

L'Instant Magic Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

L'Instant Magic

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its soft sillage and clean, powdery character make it perfect for office and casual wear, providing comfort without being intrusive. While some find it feminine and alluring for dates, its 'baby powder' aspect might not appeal to everyone in a formal or sexy context.

Opulent Shaik Classic No 33

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong longevity and sillage, it's perhaps too powerful for an office setting, but perfect for dates or dressier events. Its warmth and sensual nature make it less suitable for casual daytime wear or sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
88%
Accord
75%
Key Similarities

Both share Powdery, Floral, Iris accords and Rose, Iris notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

L'Instant Magic
Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
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