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Principle is a fresh and budget-friendly choice, offering a light citrus and fruity scent suitable for daily wear.
This one's a bit of a mixed bag; some rave about its uncanny resemblance to a certain high-end scent (with better performance, no less!), while others find it a pale imitation or just plain 'old wood cabinet'. Expect a fresh, woody vibe with divisive peachy undertones.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 30% | 35% |
| Floral | 4% | 4% |
| Fruity | 25% | 16% |
| Green | 11% | 2% |
| Sweet | 12% | 10% |
| Warm | 0% | 0% |
| Woody | 13% | 22% |
| Earthy | 2% | 3% |
| Animalic | 14% | 12% |
| Fresh | 36% | 32% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Principle is predominantly fresh and fruity, making it ideal for warmer months like spring and summer. Its lighter profile is less suited to colder seasons.
Occasions
Its light and fresh profile is perfect for casual outings, daytime dates, and a refreshing presence in the office. Less suited to formal or sporty settings due to its low intensity.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and woody profile makes it highly suitable for casual wear, office settings, and sport, provided it's worn with a light hand. The mixed reviews on performance mean it's not a powerhouse, which also helps its versatility for daily wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Citrus, Fruity accords and Lemon, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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