Is Marks & Spencer Spiced Bergamot a dupe of Le Labo Bergamote 22?
Bergamote 22 EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDT |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2006 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Spiced Bergamot EDT
Bergamote 22 by Le Labo delivers a more nuanced, longer-lasting citrus experience, balancing radiant bergamot with a smooth, airy woodiness that lingers for hours. In contrast, Spiced Bergamot by Marks & Spencer offers a straightforward, sparkling citrus punch with a breezy musky base, but its budget price comes at the cost of much shorter wear and less refinement. If you want a fragrance that projects sophistication and lasts all day, Bergamote 22 is worth the splurge. If you just want an easy, refreshing citrus spritz for everyday use and don’t mind reapplying, Spiced Bergamot nails the basics at a fraction of the cost.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Bergamote 22
- Spiced Bergamot
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want all-day longevity and projection.
- You prefer subtle, nuanced citrus blends.
- You value premium ingredients and refinement.
- You’re willing to invest in a signature scent.
- You’re on a tight budget.
- You want something light and easy for daily wear.
- You don’t mind reapplying throughout the day.
- You prefer bold, straightforward citrus freshness.
Zesty, radiant, and quietly stylish, Bergamote 22 is the ultimate expression of citrus minimalism for those who crave freshness without harshness or obvious sweetness.
A crisp burst of bergamot and lemon backed by musky woods, Spiced Bergamot is pure, breezy freshness for everyday. The price is unbeatable, but expect to reapply often.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Musk
48%
vs
29%
Cedar
37%
vs
41%
Vanilla
14%
Amber
29%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Its sparkling citrus and green character shines in spring and summer, delivering a cooling, breezy freshness that feels out of place in cold winter weather but can still work on milder autumn days.
Occasions
Low projection and a sheer, clean scent profile make it perfect for the office and casual settings. It is versatile for daytime dates but lacks the gravitas for most formal evening events.
Seasons
A bright bergamot-lemon citrus over a soft cedar-musk base reads best in spring and summer, when the airy aromatic profile feels most natural. Mild fall works; deep winter is too thin for cold air.
Occasions
Discreet projection and a clean citrus-aromatic character fit casual everyday wear, office, and sport. Too understated for evening events.
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 9 notes, including Bergamot, Orange Blossom, Cedar
Adds aspic and grapefruit, drops amber and cardamom
Where to buy
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