Is Lattafa Ansaam Gold a dupe of Kilian Love Don't Be Shy?
Love Don't Be Shy EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2007 | Year | 2022 |
| $$$$ | Price Tier | $$ |
Ansaam Gold EDP
While both Love Don't Be Shy by Kilian and Ansaam Gold by Lattafa share a sweet, white floral profile, their key differences lie in the nuances of their compositions and target audiences. Love Don't Be Shy is a luxury perfume offering an indulgent marshmallow and orange blossom scent, perfect for those seeking a lush and romantic experience. In contrast, Ansaam Gold provides a more affordable option with a rich, sweet, and powdery aroma that leans unisex and is often polarizing. Choose Love Don't Be Shy if you prefer a high-end, feminine, and unmistakably sweet fragrance. Opt for Ansaam Gold if you want a budget-friendly scent with depth and a hint of powdery sophistication.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Love Don't Be Shy
- Ansaam Gold
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer luxury fragrances.
- You love sweet, marshmallow scents.
- You want a feminine, romantic perfume.
- You have a mid-tier budget.
- You prefer unisex fragrances.
- You enjoy rich, powdery scents.
Neroli and orange blossom on marshmallow, caramel and vanilla, with a hint of civet underneath. A plush, sugary white-floral gourmand that smells seductive and lingers all night.
Sweet, soft and slightly powdery, with a vintage touch. A creamy cotton candy note winds through rose and jasmine, with a thread of tart raspberry in the base. Rewarding if you like it rich.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Vanilla
9%
vs
12%
Jasmine
5%
vs
14%
Musk
4%
vs
13%
Rose
1%
vs
13%
Marshmallow
14% share of the perfume
Orange Blossom
12% share of the perfume
Neroli
10% share of the perfume
Caramel
7% share of the perfume
Bergamot
6% share of the perfume
Civet
5% share of the perfume
Iris
5% share of the perfume
Sugar Cane
5% share of the perfume
Pink Pepper
4% share of the perfume
Coriander
4% share of the perfume
Honeysuckle
3% share of the perfume
Labdanum
3% share of the perfume
Jasmine
5%
vs
14%
Rose
1%
vs
13%
Marshmallow
14% share of the perfume
Orange Blossom
12% share of the perfume
Iris
5% share of the perfume
Honeysuckle
3% share of the perfume
Cotton Candy
15% share of the perfume
Vanilla
9%
vs
12%
Musk
4%
vs
13%
Caramel
7% share of the perfume
Civet
5% share of the perfume
Sugar Cane
5% share of the perfume
Labdanum
3% share of the perfume
Raspberry
12% share of the perfume
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
Syrupy vanilla, caramel and white flowers need cold air to settle, so winter and autumn suit it best. Spring evenings are possible, but a hot day would make it heavy.
Occasions
Made for romantic dates and formal evenings. Its sweetness is too bold for the office or sport, though it can work for a special casual outing.
Seasons
Sweet florals and vanilla musk fit spring and autumn well, and winter is fine too. Summer's heat pushes the sugar forward.
Occasions
Rich and sweet, it is a good pick for dates and evenings out. It sits well enough in an office and is wrong 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 4 of its 8 notes, including Musk, Rose, Vanilla
Adds cotton candy and mandarin, drops bergamot and caramel
Where to buy
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