Lime Basil & Mandarin EDC
| EDC | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1999 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Lima EDP
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
The iconic citrus-herbal cologne that defined a genre. Unmatched for sparkling freshness and breezy, modern elegance, but best enjoyed in close quarters due to its fleeting, subtle presence.
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Jo Malone Lime Basil & Mandarin (1991) - lime, basil and patchouli translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
Scent Profile
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Its effervescent citrus, basil, and green herbal notes shine in warm weather, making it perfect for spring and summer refreshment. The light composition can struggle to cut through colder air, so it is less suited to fall and winter.
Occasions
Low projection and understated citrus-herbal character make it ideal for office, daytime dates, and casual outings, where discretion is key. Its freshness is also great post-exercise or for active wear, but lacks the weight for formal events.
Seasons
Lime-basil natural summer fit.
Occasions
Office, casual day, summer.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean citrus, aromatic, green
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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