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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper sweet shop in a bottle, but with a bit of a musky dry-down. It's affordable and widely liked, a safe bet for those who love vanilla and rose with a sugary kick.
A creamy, buttery-sweet dream, Mon Exclusif is a beloved gourmand lavender with a devoted following. Guerlain really messed up discontinuing this gem; the community consensus is that it's superior to the (disputed) replacement, Mon Guerlain.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 29% | 17% |
| Floral | 16% | 16% |
| Fruity | 1% | 3% |
| Green | 4% | 7% |
| Sweet | 32% | 29% |
| Warm | 4% | 8% |
| Woody | 7% | 4% |
| Earthy | 3% | 4% |
| Animalic | 6% | 2% |
| Fresh | 25% | 25% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
The sweet, warm, and musky profile makes it great for casual wear and dates, as it's approachable and comforting. It might be a bit too sweet for formal settings, and certainly not for active sports. It could work for a relaxed office if applied lightly.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweet, buttery gourmand nature makes it best suited for date nights or casual wear, where its moderate sillage and good longevity can shine without overwhelming. It's too rich and comforting for sport, and though elegant, perhaps a touch too gourmand for very formal settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Vanilla, Powdery accords and Musk, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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