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Guiding Light Eau de Parfum bottle Guiding Light EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2020 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Citron 28 Eau de Parfum bottle Citron 28 EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Guiding Light EDP
Guiding Light is a well-balanced fragrance with a harmonious mix of fresh and spicy accords, suitable for various occasions.
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Our Verdict - Citron 28 EDP
An invigorating citrus fragrance that enlivens daily wear with its fresh, clean notes and moderate performance.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Guiding Light EDP
Citron 28 EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 42% vs 52%
Only in Guiding Light
Bergamot 57%
Only in Citron 28
Lime 47%
Shared Notes
Ginger 27% vs 36%
Jasmine 18% vs 26%
Only in Guiding Light
Cardamom 32% Neroli 23%
Only in Citron 28
Lemongrass 37%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 28% vs 26%
Musk 16% vs 33%
Cedar 12% vs 40%
Only in Guiding Light
Patchouli 24% Sandalwood 20%

Accords

Guiding Light Citron 28
70%
Citrus
90%
80%
Fresh Spicy
70%
60%
Woody
50%
50%
Floral
Herbal
50%
40%
Earthy
Musky
40%
Citrus shared
70%
90%
Fresh Spicy shared
80%
70%
Woody shared
60%
50%
50%
50%
40%
40%

Performance

Guiding Light Citron 28
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Guiding Light

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

The fragrance's blend of spicy and floral notes makes it versatile for transitional seasons like spring and fall, while its moderate strength allows it to be worn in warmer weather too.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Guiding Light's balanced projection and sophisticated accords make it suitable for both professional and romantic settings. Its elegance also suits casual and formal occasions, though less so for sports.

Citron 28

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Citron 28 features citrus and herbal notes that make it suitable for the mild temperatures of spring and fall. The freshness is less suited to the intense heat of summer or the cold of winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With its moderate projection and fresh citrus profile, Citron 28 is apt for casual wear and the office. It may be understated for formal occasions and lacks the dynamics for sporty activities.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean fresh spicy, citrus, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Guiding Light EDP
Citron 28 EDP
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