Is Lattafa Sumou Platinum a dupe of Versace Dylan Blue?
Dylan Blue EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2016 | Year | 2022 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $ |
Sumou Platinum EDP
Dylan Blue and Sumou Platinum both aim for a fresh, woody profile, but diverge significantly in execution. Dylan Blue is a refined, balanced EDT, prioritizing sparkling citrus and a clean, musky dry down. Sumou Platinum, an EDP, amplifies the sweet and woody aspects, resulting in a bolder, potentially polarizing experience. The key difference lies in Platinum's sweeter, jam-like character, compared to Dylan Blue's more traditional 'blue' freshness. If you want mass-appealing versatility, go with Versace. If you're looking for a unique, affordable twist, sample Lattafa.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Dylan Blue
- Sumou Platinum
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a lighter, more versatile everyday scent.
- You appreciate a refined, classic 'blue' fragrance.
- You want a safe, mass-appealing choice.
- You want something suitable for the office.
- You want a sweeter, more powerful scent.
- You want a fragrance with better longevity.
- You're looking for a unique twist on the blue genre.
- You want a budget-friendly alternative.
A well-made modern blue: bergamot, grapefruit and fig leaf, then ambroxan, pepper and patchouli, finishing on clean musk and incense. Easy, fresh and good at work and out.
This one's a bit of a Jekyll and Hyde. Some reckon it's a solid, woody-sweet take on the blue fragrance genre, while others find it a cloying, 'jammy' mess. You'll either love it as a beefed-up take on Dylan Blue or wonder if you've been sold a duff bottle.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Grapefruit
11% share of the perfume
Bergamot
11% share of the perfume
Rain
6% share of the perfume
Fig Leaf
5% share of the perfume
Heart Notes
Bergamot
10%
vs
10%
Ambroxan
13% share of the perfume
Incense
12% share of the perfume
Musk
11% share of the perfume
Pepper
11% share of the perfume
Grapefruit
11% share of the perfume
Tonka Bean
7% share of the perfume
Patchouli
6% share of the perfume
Rain
6% share of the perfume
Fig Leaf
5% share of the perfume
Violet Leaf
4% share of the perfume
Papyrus
1% share of the perfume
Saffron
1% share of the perfume
Plum
14% share of the perfume
Cedar
12% share of the perfume
Apple
11% share of the perfume
Mahogany
10% share of the perfume
Clove
9% share of the perfume
Vanilla
9% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
7% share of the perfume
Oakmoss
7% share of the perfume
Lemon
5% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
4% share of the perfume
Vetiver
2% share of the perfume
Bergamot
10%
vs
10%
Grapefruit
11% share of the perfume
Rain
6% share of the perfume
Fig Leaf
5% share of the perfume
Ambroxan
13% share of the perfume
Pepper
11% share of the perfume
Patchouli
6% share of the perfume
Violet Leaf
4% share of the perfume
Papyrus
1% share of the perfume
Mahogany
10% share of the perfume
Clove
9% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
7% 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
Citrus, fig leaf and rainwater are made for spring and summer, with early autumn fine. Deep winter dulls its freshness.
Occasions
Casual days and the office are easiest, and it is fresh enough for sport and polished enough for a date. It is a touch light for formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh yet woody and spicy character makes it versatile for casual outings and dates, leaning towards warmer weather. However, some find its projection can be 'shouty' or 'jammy' which might be too much for a formal setting or a quieter office environment.
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 1 of its 13 notes, including Bergamot
Adds ambroxan and fig leaf, drops apple and cedar
Where to buy
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