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High Frequency Eau de Parfum bottle High Frequency EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2016 Year -
££££ Price Tier £
Fast Rate Eau de Parfum bottle Fast Rate EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - High Frequency EDP
Divisive, intriguing, and undeniably potent - High Frequency is a creamy, almond-laced floral that demands attention but won't be everyone's cup of tea. Expect polarising opinions and a love-it-or-hate-it reception.
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Our Verdict - Fast Rate EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Initio Parfums Prives - High Frequency - a floral fragrance led by Magnolia, with sweet depth. As a budget interpretation it sits lighter and more linear than the designer, but the core signature is there.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
High Frequency EDP
Fast Rate EDP

Notes

Only in Fast Rate
Magnolia 100%
Shared Notes
Almond 20% vs 100%
Only in High Frequency
Sandalwood 50% Vanilla 50%
Only in Fast Rate
Hedione 100%

Accords

High Frequency Fast Rate
100%
Floral
90%
46%
Sweet
78%
75%
Almond
54%
Fresh
66%
54%
Nutty
46%
Powdery
54%
51%
Fruity
48%
Vanilla
45%
Green
Floral shared
100%
90%
Sweet shared
46%
78%
75%
Fresh shared
54%
66%
54%
Powdery shared
46%
54%
51%
48%
45%

Performance

High Frequency Fast Rate
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

High Frequency

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its potent projection and distinct scent, often described as 'beast mode' by reviewers, make it less ideal for a conservative office environment. However, the sensual and luxurious profile is perfect for dates and evening events, bringing an elegant confidence that stands out.

Fast Rate

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Best in spring and summer - the floral, sweet profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Keep it for casual and daily - the floral accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
4%
Key Similarities

Both lean floral, fresh, sweet

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

High Frequency EDP
Fast Rate EDP
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