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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a delicate dance: L'Eau d'Issey Florale is a fresh, dewy, pink rose with surprisingly good staying power, a crowd-pleaser that some find heavenly, while others are put off by a sharp,
No.6 mirrors Le Labo's Bergamote 22 - a bright bergamot-grapefruit citrus over cedar and vetiver - and gets the zesty opening right, but fades to a thin, generic woody base far faster than the original's surprisingly tenacious citrus-wood skin scent.
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Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh and delicate floral profile makes it ideal for office wear and casual outings, as it's unlikely to offend. While some find it romantic for special dates, its moderate sillage and aquatic nature mean it might be a bit too understated for truly formal events where a bolder presence is desired.
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Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean woody, citrus, floral
Similar character via different notes
Where to buy
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