Love Don't Be Shy
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2007 | Year | 2021 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Ciao Pour Femme
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A decadent marshmallow and orange blossom fantasy, Love Don't Be Shy is unapologetically sweet, lush, and seductive. It is a niche gourmand for those who want to be noticed and enveloped in plush, romantic warmth.
Ciao Pour Femme is a divisive gourmand. Some rave about its sweet, addictive marshmallow and vanilla, while others are put off by synthetic floral notes, finding it too powdery or even 'old council house jewellery'. Not one for everyone's taste.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 14% | 10% |
| Floral | 31% | 25% |
| Fruity | 2% | 2% |
| Green | 5% | 13% |
| Sweet | 32% | 33% |
| Warm | 15% | 12% |
| Woody | 1% | 1% |
| Earthy | 3% | 0% |
| Animalic | 10% | 7% |
| Fresh | 13% | 17% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The dense sweetness, syrupy vanilla, and prominent white florals make this ideal for cool and cold weather, especially winter and autumn, where its richness and projection shine without becoming cloying. It can be worn in spring for evening or special occasions but may be too heavy for hot summer days.
Occasions
Its decadent sweetness and sensual gourmand character make it perfect for romantic dates and formal evening events. The bold projection and sugary profile can be overwhelming for office or sports settings, but it works for special casual outings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its strong sweet and gourmand character, with good longevity reported by some, makes it less suitable for professional offices where subtlety is key. It shines on dates or casual outings where its playful sweetness can be appreciated without overwhelming. The gourmand nature limits its formal appeal.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Citrus, Sweet accords and Caramel, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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