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Sweet Redemption Eau de Parfum bottle Sweet Redemption EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2011 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Pleasant Forgiveness Eau de Parfum bottle Pleasant Forgiveness EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sweet Redemption EDP
Sweet Redemption is a polarising scent - some find it a gorgeous, addictive orange blossom delight, while others are put off by its intense sweetness and medicinal edge. It's not for everyone, but those who love it truly adore it.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Pleasant Forgiveness EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of By Kilian - Sweet Redemption - a citrus fragrance led by African Orange Flower, with smoky 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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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sweet Redemption EDP
Pleasant Forgiveness EDP

Notes

Only in Pleasant Forgiveness
Orange Blossom 100%
Only in Pleasant Forgiveness
Opoponax 100%
Shared Notes
Benzoin 33% vs 46%
Only in Sweet Redemption
Vanilla 33% Opoponax 33%
Only in Pleasant Forgiveness
Incense 53%

Accords

Sweet Redemption Pleasant Forgiveness
100%
Amber
66%
56%
Citrus
90%
Smoky
78%
65%
Sweet
64%
Balsamic
60%
Vanilla
Fresh
54%
Amber shared
100%
66%
Citrus shared
56%
90%
78%
65%
64%
60%
54%

Performance

Sweet Redemption Pleasant Forgiveness
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Sweet Redemption

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its nuclear performance and thick, intense aroma, Sweet Redemption is generally too much for an office setting. However, its commanding projection and sensual warmth make it a showstopper for dates and formal events, though less suited for casual daytime wear or anything sporty.

Pleasant Forgiveness

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Reach for it across spring and summer, where the citrus signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

This one suits casual and daily settings; the easy, breezy character keeps it versatile for date rotation too.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Sweet Redemption EDP
Pleasant Forgiveness EDP
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