Is Perfume Parlour Perfectionist a dupe of Hermès Eau des Merveilles?
Eau des Merveilles EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | M |
| 2004 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Perfectionist EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
A woody-citrus marvel that rewrites feminine perfumery with its non-floral, resin-laced transparency. Both sparkling and contemplative, it's the ultimate refined skin scent for those who crave subtle intrigue.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Hermes - Eau des Merveilles - a citrus fragrance led by Orange, Lemon, with woody depth. As a budget interpretation it sits lighter and more linear than the designer, but the core signature is there.
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
The citrus and resinous woods give it vibrance for spring and fall, while its lack of heavy sweetness or powder makes it less suited to deep winter. It can work in summer on cooler days thanks to its airiness and subtle spice.
Occasions
Its subtle projection and refined woody-citrus profile make it perfect for daytime, office, and casual wear, while its quiet sophistication can fit understated dates. It's too restrained for sport and not opulent enough for formal events.
Seasons
Best in spring and summer - the citrus, woody profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.
Occasions
Keep it for casual and daily - the citrus accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.
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 9 of its 10 notes, including Cedar, Oakmoss, Pink Pepper
Adds fir, drops benzoin and canadian fir balsam
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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