Is Maison Alhambra Kismet Magic a dupe of Kilian Angels' Share?
Angels' Share EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Kismet Magic EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
A decadent, boozy gourmand that wraps you in cinnamon, oak-aged cognac, and caramelized sweetness. Angels' Share is magnetic and delicious, radiating opulence and warmth-perfect for cool nights and making a statement.
If you're after a boozy apple pie in a bottle, Kismet Magic absolutely delivers; it's a stellar dupe, often outperforming its pricier inspiration and beloved for its festive, cozy vibe. However, be warned: that initial cognac blast can be a bit much for some, and a few find it a touch synthetic.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
This is a rich, boozy gourmand with pronounced sweet, spicy, and woody facets that excel in cool and cold weather, making it perfect for fall and winter. Its heaviness and warmth can feel cloying in heat, so it's best reserved for evenings or milder spring days.
Occasions
Its strong projection and seductive warmth make it ideal for dates and upscale evening events, while the bold sweetness may be too assertive for office or sporting situations. Better suited for occasions where you want to leave a memorable impression.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent boozy and sweet notes, combined with strong performance, make it too dominant for the office. However, it's perfect for dates and colder weather casual wear, offering a warm and inviting aura. It can work for formal events if applied lightly.
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 7 notes, including Sandalwood, Oak, Cinnamon
Adds praline and vanilla, drops aldehydes and bergamot
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International (11)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work
International (2)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 7 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work