Aura Eau de Parfum bottle Aura
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2022 Year 2024
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Penguin Eau de Parfum bottle Penguin

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Aura Eau de Parfum
This BR540 dupe is a bit of a chameleon, often triggering nose-blindness in wearers but leaving a lasting, sweet woody trail for others. It's a fantastic, affordable alternative, but expect some debate.
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Our Verdict - Penguin Eau de Parfum
Prepare for extreme polarising views; this either nails the 'cold' brief in an artistic, captivating way, or it's just a strange, synthetic mess. It's a challenging wear for many, but if you're seeking true niche artistry, this could be your new obsession.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 11% 4%
Fruity 0% 1%
Green 11% 6%
Sweet 12% 9%
Warm 27% 21%
Woody 24% 17%
Earthy 19% 14%
Animalic 26% 18%
Fresh 13% 27%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Aura EdP
Penguin EdP

Notes

Only in Aura Eau de Parfum
Saffron 100%
Only in Penguin Eau de Parfum
Ozonic Notes 35% Ice 34% Juniper 31%
Only in Aura Eau de Parfum
Fir Resin 67% Jasmine 33%
Shared Notes
Musk 23% vs 24%
Oakmoss 21% vs 25%
Only in Penguin Eau de Parfum
Suede 28% Sandalwood 21%

Accords

Aura Eau de Parfum Penguin Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
97%
Ozonic
100%
74%
Musky
98%
Fresh
97%
55%
Aromatic
90%
74%
Amber
58%
Powdery
71%
57%
Fresh Spicy
70%
58%
Mossy
67%
Leather
67%
58%
Animalic
54%
Earthy
58%
Woody shared
100%
97%
100%
Musky shared
74%
98%
97%
Aromatic shared
55%
90%
74%
Powdery shared
58%
71%
Fresh Spicy shared
57%
70%
Mossy shared
58%
67%
67%
58%
Earthy shared
54%
58%

Performance

Aura Eau de Parfum Penguin Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Aura Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its long-lasting nature and moderate projection make it suitable for a variety of settings without being overpowering. The warm, slightly sweet woody profile leans towards cooler weather, making it excellent for dates, casual outings, and even formal events, while its subtlety can work in an office environment.

Penguin Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Also Works:
Date Casual

Its potent 'ice' opening and pronounced musky-ozonic character make it a bit much for a conservative office. However, its uniqueness and intriguing scent profile can be quite captivating for a date, offering a sophisticated edge. Though many find it wearable, its artistic, polar theme makes it less of an everyday casual reach.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
80%
Olfactory
92%
Notes
79%
Accord
68%
Key Similarities

Both share Musky, Woody, Aromatic accords and Musk, Saffron notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Aura Eau de Parfum
Penguin Eau de Parfum
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