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April Violets Contemporary Edition Eau de Toilette bottle April Violets Contemporary Edition EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2015 Year 2015
£ Price Tier ££
Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle Elegant Eau de Parfum bottle Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle Elegant EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - April Violets Contemporary Edition EDT
This contemporary take on April Violets is a divisive one. Fans of the original will likely be disappointed by its departure, offering a green, powdery, and sometimes earthy composition that barely whispers of violets. If you like soft, calming, and introspective scents, it might be for you - otherwise, buyer beware.
Statement
Our Verdict - Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle Elegant EDP
A perfectly pleasant, if unremarkable, fresh-floral that evokes clean linen and summer days. It's broadly liked as an everyday scent, though some find it a bit too generic to be truly 'elegant'.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
April Violets Contemporary Edition EDT
Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle Elegant EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Citrus 39% vs 41%
Only in April Violets Contemporary Edition
Violet Leaf 60%
Only in Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle Elegant
Redcurrant Leaf 34% Pink Pepper 24%
Shared Notes
Mimosa 24% vs 32%
Only in April Violets Contemporary Edition
Orris 30% Rose 23% Peach 23%
Only in Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle Elegant
Lily Of The Valley 39% Violet 29%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 24% vs 30%
Only in April Violets Contemporary Edition
Powdery 44% Sandalwood 32%
Only in Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle Elegant
Heliotrope 38% Vetiver 31%

Accords

April Violets Contemporary Edition Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle Elegant
100%
Powdery
95%
Fresh
100%
48%
Citrus
78%
44%
Green
78%
69%
Ozonic
Floral
68%
Aromatic
65%
58%
Aquatic
54%
Iris
51%
Woody
Powdery shared
100%
95%
100%
Citrus shared
48%
78%
Green shared
44%
78%
69%
68%
65%
58%
54%
51%

Performance

April Violets Contemporary Edition Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle Elegant
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

April Violets Contemporary Edition

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual

Its subtle nature and low sillage make it suitable for office and casual wear where it won't offend. However, its poor longevity and quiet character make it less ideal for formal occasions, dates, or sports where a more impactful scent is often desired.

Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle Elegant

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean character and moderate longevity make it ideal for office wear and casual outings. While not a performance beast for sport, its refreshing quality is mentioned by reviewers for outdoor activities.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean powdery, citrus, green

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

April Violets Contemporary Edition EDT
Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle Elegant EDP
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