Attraction
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2003 | Year | 2009 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Gelsomini di Capri
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This discontinued Lancôme beauty is a controversial one. Some find it a timeless, sophisticated masterpiece - a true "real woman" scent. Others are repulsed by what they describe as a sharp, cleaning-fluid-like nastiness. Love it or hate it, it aims for classic femininity.
This one is a properly divisive white floral, with some finding it a beautiful, realistic jasmine tea, and others recoiling from its indolic, old-school leanings. You'll either adore its natural intensity or want to scrub it off.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 4% |
| Floral | 52% | 46% |
| Fruity | 3% | 1% |
| Green | 3% | 3% |
| Sweet | 29% | 31% |
| Warm | 4% | 10% |
| Woody | 11% | 13% |
| Earthy | 11% | 3% |
| Animalic | 13% | 12% |
| Fresh | 7% | 8% |
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
While some find it office-appropriate due to its elegance, its potential for strong projection and intimate warmth make it better suited for dates or formal events. The floral and woody accords lend themselves to versatility, but definitely less for casual wear or sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its potent floral character, described by many as strong and even 'animalic' or 'sweaty', makes it less suitable for office environments where subtlety is key. However, its intensity and unique blend of notes lend themselves well to dates and more formal gatherings, hinting at an alluring, classic elegance. It's too heavy for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Yellow Floral, Woody accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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