Darling Eau de Parfum bottle Darling
Edp Concentration Edt
U Gender U
2006 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Solo Loewe Ella Eau de Toilette bottle Solo Loewe Ella

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Darling
Divisive, darling. Some call it an affordable, sexy tropical chypre akin to Gucci Rush, while others wish they could return their 'rotting fruit' bottle. Apparently, the original is a sought-after gem, but good luck finding one that hasn't turned.
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Our Verdict - Solo Loewe Ella
This tropical gourmand is a divisive beast. While many adore its fruity sweetness and vacation vibes, a significant number find it too synthetic or just plain odd, with a surprising knack for morphing into other, less desirable scents. Definitely one to try before you buy.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 34% 16%
Fruity 26% 25%
Green 2% 2%
Sweet 38% 48%
Warm 9% 9%
Woody 9% 7%
Earthy 3% 3%
Animalic 2% 2%
Fresh 13% 13%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Darling EdP
Solo Loewe Ella EdT

Notes

Shared Notes
Passionfruit 41% vs 50%
Only in Solo Loewe Ella
Pitahaya 50%
Only in Solo Loewe Ella
Cotton Candy 53% Peony 47%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 39% vs 25%
Amber 32% vs 31%
Sandalwood 28% vs 21%
Only in Solo Loewe Ella
Praline 22%

Accords

Darling Solo Loewe Ella
100%
Fruity
77%
68%
Sweet
100%
99%
Floral
66%
94%
Tropical
85%
69%
Fresh
69%
66%
Vanilla
52%
58%
Amber
58%
58%
Powdery
56%
55%
Woody
50%
Caramel
47%
Fruity shared
100%
77%
Sweet shared
68%
100%
Floral shared
99%
66%
Tropical shared
94%
85%
Fresh shared
69%
69%
Vanilla shared
66%
52%
Amber shared
58%
58%
Powdery shared
58%
56%
Woody shared
55%
50%
47%

Performance

Darling Solo Loewe Ella
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Darling

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its fruity and fresh accords make it versatile for casual and sport settings, with some finding it appropriate for daytime wear. While not explicitly designed for formal events, its underlying warmth could work for a relaxed night out.

Solo Loewe Ella

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its strong sillage and sweet, tropical nature make it a bit much for professional settings, leaning into more casual or playful environments. It's frequently cited as a 'date night' or 'vacation' scent by wearers, highlighting its suitability for relaxed, evening, or holiday scenarios.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
92%
Olfactory
92%
Notes
93%
Accord
92%
Key Similarities

Both share Sweet, Tropical, Fruity accords and Passionfruit, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Darling
Solo Loewe Ella
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