Is Zara Ultra Juicy a dupe of Juicy Couture I Am Juicy Couture?
I Am Juicy Couture EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDT |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2015 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ultra Juicy EDT
I Am Juicy Couture and Ultra Juicy share a sweet, fruity core, but diverge in their intensity and nuances. I Am Juicy Couture leans into a syrupy sweetness that some find cloying. Ultra Juicy offers a more tropical profile with a creamy drydown and a hint of green. The key difference lies in the execution of the fruity sweetness; I Am Juicy Couture is bolder and potentially overwhelming, while Ultra Juicy balances sweetness with a slight green edge, offering a less intense experience. Both are potent, so sample before committing.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- I Am Juicy Couture
- Ultra Juicy
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a bold, unapologetically sweet fragrance.
- You enjoy syrupy, intense fruit-forward scents.
- You want a statement perfume that garners attention.
- You prefer a playful, youthful fragrance.
- You prefer a more balanced sweetness with a green touch.
- You want a tropical, creamy fragrance for everyday wear.
- You want a fragrance that is less intense.
- You prefer a youthful fragrance but with a more sophisticated edge.
Prepare for a polarised experience. This is a sweet, syrupy fruit bomb that people either adore for its juicy, playful charm or recoil from due to its intense, sometimes 'rotting fruit' sweetness. It's a statement, certainly not a safe blind buy.
Prepare for a powerful opening of tropical fruit that melts into a sweet, creamy hug. It's a fun, potent little number, though there's a slight divisive green note that some might find a bit 'past its prime'.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Musk
31%
vs
34%
Amber
39%
Raspberry
37%
Passionfruit
37%
Gardenia
30%
Cashmeran
30%
Sweet Pea
27%
Pomelo
26%
Heliotrope
23%
Rose
19%
Praline
66%
Coconut
37%
Sandalwood
34%
Orchid
34%
Pineapple
33%
Freesia
32%
Apple
29%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Its potent sweetness and strong projection make it less suitable for formal or office settings, where it might overwhelm. It excels in casual and date scenarios, particularly during warmer months, as its tropical, syrupy fruitiness aligns well with relaxed, fun environments.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
With its 'monster' sillage and sweet, fruity profile, Ultra Juicy is best suited for casual outings or a fun date night. It's far too bold and sweet for a formal event or the office, and while energetic, its creaminess isn't ideal for sport.
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.
Shares 1 of its 10 notes, including Musk
Adds amber and cashmeran, drops apple and coconut
Where to buy
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