Forbidden Games EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2012 | Year | - |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Restricted Play EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
More like 'Mildly Tempting Games'. This one's a divisive mix: some get juicy, honey-drizzled fruit perfection, others a cloying, dated floral with serious shampoo vibes. Definitely not a blind buy.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Forbidden Games - a fruity fragrance led by Cinnamon, Peach, Plum, with warm spicy depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
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Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and sweet, fruity-floral profile make it a good fit for dates and casual outings, though some find it a bit too strong or 'loud' for office wear. The prominent gourmand and fruity accords generally steer it away from formal events, with 'younger crowd' mentions suggesting a more relaxed vibe.
Seasons
The fruity character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.
Occasions
Its fruity, warm spicy signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean fruity, sweet, floral
Subtle differences in overall composition
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