Is Gulf Orchid Naughty Vanilla a dupe of Navitus Parfums Baklava Royale?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Baklava Royale is a divisive gourmand. Some reckon it's a spot-on dessert masterpiece, a 'wealthier, sexier' version of popular pistachio scents; others find it disappointingly generic, synthetic, and lacking the promised baklava magic. Expect a sweet, nutty, orange blossom affair with hit-or-miss performance.
This isn't just another sweet vanilla; it's a sophisticated, nutty gourmand with unexpected depth. While it has its detractors who find the almond too sharp, for most, it's a beautifully balanced and adaptable vanilla that punches well above its weight in terms of price and longevity, a true crowd-pleaser.
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its sweet, gourmand profile and varying performance make it a tricky office wear, but perfect for dates or casual outings where its intimate sillage (for some) or cozy scent bubble can be appreciated. Formal wear is a maybe, depending on the intensity of your particular bottle's projection.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With its appealing gourmand profile and impressive longevity, Naughty Vanilla is perfect for date nights and casual wear where it can shine. It's sophisticated enough for some formal settings and even office-appropriate if applied lightly, as it avoids being overly dense.
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 7 of its 8 notes, including Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Honey
Adds amberwood, drops amber
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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