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A Scent by Issey Miyake Eau de Parfum bottle A Scent by Issey Miyake EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2009 Year -
££ Price Tier £
357 Hugo Boss Ma Vie Eau de Parfum bottle 357 Hugo Boss Ma Vie EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - A Scent by Issey Miyake EDT
This green, fresh powerhouse is a divisive blast of invigorating nature. Opinion is split between a clean, zen-like experience and an overpowering, soapy assault. Not for the faint-hearted or those who dislike strong green notes.
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Our Verdict - 357 Hugo Boss Ma Vie EDP
357 follows Boss Ma Vie's soft freesia-and-rose heart over a clean woody base, but comes across noticeably plainer than Hugo Boss's original.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
A Scent by Issey Miyake EDT
357 Hugo Boss Ma Vie EDP

Notes

Only in A Scent by Issey Miyake
Lemon 33% Galbanum 33% Lemon Verbena 33%
Only in 357 Hugo Boss Ma Vie
Cactus 100%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 50% vs 21%
Only in A Scent by Issey Miyake
Hyacinth 50%
Only in 357 Hugo Boss Ma Vie
Freesia 44% Rose 34%
Shared Notes
Cedar 100% vs 33%
Only in 357 Hugo Boss Ma Vie
Woody 67%

Accords

A Scent by Issey Miyake 357 Hugo Boss Ma Vie
100%
Citrus
98%
Green
55%
70%
Floral
90%
56%
Woody
75%
68%
Aromatic
45%
Herbal
100%
Green shared
98%
55%
Floral shared
70%
90%
Woody shared
56%
75%
68%
45%

Performance

A Scent by Issey Miyake 357 Hugo Boss Ma Vie
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

A Scent by Issey Miyake

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport

Its potent projection and impressive longevity, frequently mentioned in reviews, might be a bit much for a formal setting or close office quarters. However, its refreshing green and citrus profile makes it ideal for casual wear, especially in warmer weather, and even post-sport to feel revitalised.

357 Hugo Boss Ma Vie

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

The light freesia-rose heart and clean cedar base suit warmer months best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office
Also Works:
Casual

The soft, understated floral works well for the office and daytime settings.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
80%
Key Similarities

Both lean green, floral, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

A Scent by Issey Miyake EDT
357 Hugo Boss Ma Vie EDP
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