Is Perfume Parlour Takada Universe For Women a dupe of Kenzo World?
Kenzo World EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2016 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Takada Universe For Women EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Kenzo World is famously divisive, splitting opinion squarely down the middle. For some, it's a vibrant, juicy, fresh floral; for others, a synthetic, cloying, even nauseating mess. Definitely try before you buy, as this one is not a safe blind purchase.
Takada Universe chases Kenzo World, pairing a fruity-floral opening of red fruits, jasmine and peony with the original's signature clean ambroxan drydown. The dupe renders the powdery polish a little simpler and the longevity shorter, but the modern floral-musk character carries.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and autumn.
Occasions
Its strength and unique character mean it's probably too assertive for an office setting. However, many find its playful, energetic vibe perfect for casual wear or even light sport, while its intriguing depth could work well for a date night. Longevity and sillage are rated highly by supporters, suggesting it's not shy.
Seasons
The fruity-floral character feels brightest in spring, with the clean musk base keeping it wearable into cooler autumn and winter days.
Occasions
Modern and easy-going, it suits daily wear, the office and dates more than formal or sporty settings.
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 5 of its 10 notes, including Jasmine, Peony, Ambroxan
Adds bergamot and musk
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Takada Universe For Women EDP
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International (1)
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