Is Lattafa Ekhtiari a dupe of Lancôme Idôle L’Intense?
Idôle L’Intense EDP
Lancôme by Shyamala Maisondieu, Adriana Medina-Baez, Nadège Le Garlantezec Original Statement
Idôle L’Intense EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2020 | Year | 2019 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $ |
Ekhtiari EDP
While both share a powdery, musky base with citrus and vanilla, Idôle L’Intense leans into a bolder, rose-chypre territory. Ekhtiari, on the other hand, is a sweeter, more fruity-floral experience. Idôle L’Intense offers greater depth and refinement, justifying its premium price. Ekhtiari provides a similar vibe on a budget, though some find it overly sweet. If you prefer a sophisticated, confident rose, choose Idôle L’Intense. If you want an easy-to-wear, sweet, fruity floral for everyday, Ekhtiari is a great value.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Idôle L’Intense
- Ekhtiari
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a more sophisticated and complex scent profile.
- You love a prominent rose note with chypre undertones.
- You want a fragrance with greater depth and longevity.
- You appreciate high-quality ingredients and a refined blend.
- You are looking for a budget-friendly alternative.
- You enjoy sweet, fruity-floral fragrances.
- You want an everyday scent that is easy to wear.
- You prefer a fragrance with a more youthful vibe.
A rose chypre with a creamy vanilla and wood base: bitter orange opens it, Turkish and Grasse roses carry it, and patchouli and sandalwood give it depth. Strong, rich and polished, for dates and cooler evenings.
A sweet, juicy fruit opening with mandarin, then creamy jasmine and gardenia, finished with musk, vanilla and tonka bean. Bright, a little powdery and easy to like, though the sugar runs high.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Fruity Notes
23% share of the perfume
Mandarin
12% share of the perfume
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Musk
12%
vs
13%
Jasmine
11%
vs
20%
Vanilla
7%
vs
12%
Mandarin
6%
vs
12%
Rose
17% share of the perfume
Cashmeran
10% share of the perfume
Patchouli
10% share of the perfume
Bitter Orange
8% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
8% share of the perfume
Cedar
5% share of the perfume
Acacia
4% share of the perfume
Fruity Notes
23% share of the perfume
Gardenia
17% share of the perfume
Tonka Bean
2% share of the perfume
Mandarin
6%
vs
12%
Bitter Orange
8% share of the perfume
Fruity Notes
23% share of the perfume
Vanilla
7%
vs
12%
Cashmeran
10% share of the perfume
Patchouli
10% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
8% share of the perfume
Cedar
5% share of the perfume
Acacia
4% share of the perfume
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Rose, vanilla and patchouli suit autumn and winter best, and the citrus and jasmine give enough lift for spring. In peak summer heat it turns dense.
Occasions
Strong and sensual, it is made for dates, evenings and formal occasions. It can work at the office with a light hand, and it is too enveloping for sport.
Seasons
Spring and summer suit the fruit and white florals best, and it holds up into early autumn. Deep winter cold mutes the brightness.
Occasions
Fits casual days and daily wear, and is calm enough for the office or a date if you spray lightly. A little too playful for a formal evening.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 4 of its 7 notes, including Musk, Jasmine, Mandarin
Adds fruity notes and gardenia, drops acacia and bitter orange
Where to buy
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