Is Perfume Parlour Compelling Feeling a dupe of Initio Parfums Privés Addictive Vibration?
Addictive Vibration EDP
Initio Parfums Privés by Maurice Roucel, Pierre-Constantin Guéros Original Statement
Addictive Vibration EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2016 | Year | 2016 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Compelling Feeling EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
This polarizing scent is not for the faint of heart; you'll either adore its syrupy floral blast or recoil from its perceived synthetic sweetness. Expect a potent, honeyed embrace that draws strong opinions and comparisons.
A budget take on Initio's Addictive Vibration, Compelling Feeling keeps the addictive honey-and-blossom heart but renders it flatter and skin-close. The radiant orange and apple blossom opening is there, just less luminous, and the honey turns waxy-sweet sooner. A faithful gist of the original for a fraction of the cost.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and longevity, this is best reserved for dates or formal evenings where you want to make an impression. It's too potent for the office and completely unsuitable for sport, though some might find a light application works for casual wear.
Seasons
The honeyed, waxy-sweet floral character suits spring blossoms and the cosier warmth of autumn and winter, while feeling heavy in peak summer heat.
Occasions
Its sensual, romantic sweetness is built for date nights and evenings out, with enough softness to carry casual wear.
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.
Every one of its 5 notes is in the original, including Apple Blossom, Musk, Orange Blossom
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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International (4)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work