Is Maison Alhambra So Candid a dupe of Jean Paul Gaultier So Scandal!?
So Scandal! EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2020 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
So Candid EDP
So Scandal! and So Candid share a similar white floral, tuberose, and lactonic profile, but the overall experience differs. So Scandal! is considered to be more refined and balanced. So Candid, being a dupe, amplifies the sweeter, bubblegum aspects, making it a louder and arguably less sophisticated fragrance. If you enjoy the core DNA but want a smoother, less intense experience, So Scandal! is the better choice. However, if you are seeking a bold, budget-friendly alternative that turns heads with its sweetness, So Candid might be perfect.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- So Scandal!
- So Candid
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a more refined and balanced fragrance.
- You want a smoother, less intense tuberose.
- You appreciate a touch of sophistication.
- You want a compliment-getting, high quality white floral.
- You want a bold fragrance on a budget.
- You love an intense, bubblegum tuberose.
- You are looking for a loud, attention-grabbing scent.
- You don't mind a less refined, synthetic edge.
This one's a divisive beast. For some, it's a creamy, fruity dream, a sophisticated white floral that garners endless compliments. For others, it's a bubblegum-sweet, synthetic headache-inducer that belongs in the bargain bin. Love it or hate it, many lament its rumoured discontinuation.
This one is a divisive delight: a LOUD, bubblegum tuberose bomb that's either a sweet, creamy dream or a headache-inducing assault. Get ready for compliments or complaints, there's no in-between.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Milk
25%
vs
100%
Orange Blossom
25%
vs
100%
Jasmine
25%
vs
37%
Tuberose
25%
vs
62%
Raspberry
100%
Raspberry
100%
Orange Blossom
100%
Milk
100%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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, it's best reserved for social settings where its bold character can shine without overwhelming. It leans heavily towards dates and nights out due to its sensual and attention-grabbing nature, though it could work casually for those who like to stand out. It's too much for the office or a gym session.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and sweet, bubblegum-like character, So Candid is best suited for social settings like dates or casual outings where its loudness can shine without overpowering. It's too potent and distinctive for a professional office environment, and its sweetness makes it less ideal for formal events or athletic activities.
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 4 notes is in the original, including Milk, Tuberose, Jasmine
Without raspberry
Where to buy
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