La Belle de Russie
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1980 | Year | 2018 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Luna Intenso
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A fascinating, divisive relic from the Soviet Union, La Belle de Russie is either an incredible, affordable dupe for Dior's Midnight Poison or a cheap, urine-tinged disappointment. It's a risk worth taking for those curious about its historical context and potential for sophisticated depth.
Luna Intenso is exactly that - intense. It's a warm, sweet hug in a bottle, but you'll want to go easy on the trigger unless you want to gas out the room. A crowd-pleaser that demands a light hand.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 2% |
| Floral | 27% | 30% |
| Fruity | 21% | 26% |
| Green | 6% | 9% |
| Sweet | 27% | 30% |
| Warm | 7% | 1% |
| Woody | 15% | 14% |
| Earthy | 12% | 9% |
| Animalic | 7% | 5% |
| Fresh | 11% | 14% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its rich, woody, and balsamic accords make it excellent for evening and formal wear, including dates. Some find it light enough for daytime, but its depth and potential for strong sillage might be too much for an office setting or casual daytime activities.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its intensity means it's best reserved for evenings or cooler weather dates and formal events, where its strong projection can shine without overwhelming. It's too much for office settings and completely unsuitable for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Fruity, Patchouli accords and Blackcurrant, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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