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Which Should You Buy?
Climat is a legend, but Lancôme has truly messed it up with constant, often inferior, reformulations. If you're lucky enough to find a true vintage, you'll understand the hype for this clean, complex aldehyde floral. Otherwise, prepare for disappointment.
This one's a cult classic, deeply missed by many. Don't let the 'celebrity perfume' tag fool you; for those it works on, it's a warm, sensual embrace that punches well above its weight. It's divisive only in its discontinued status.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 4% | 8% |
| Floral | 32% | 29% |
| Fruity | 4% | 9% |
| Green | 15% | 16% |
| Sweet | 18% | 15% |
| Warm | 4% | 7% |
| Woody | 10% | 13% |
| Earthy | 5% | 4% |
| Animalic | 12% | 7% |
| Fresh | 23% | 21% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its clean, elegant, and sophisticated profile makes it highly suitable for formal events and the office, though some find it too 'big' for everyday wear. The prominent aldehydic and floral notes, when authentically vintage, command attention rather than fading into the background.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its warm, sensual amber-woody character makes it ideal for dates and casual wear, with many reviewers noting its inviting quality. While some find it too heavy for summer, its moderate sillage keeps it versatile enough for day-to-day use, though perhaps a bit too cosy for a formal event or the gym.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Powdery, Green accords and Sandalwood, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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