Is Perfume Parlour Cananga XLIX a dupe of Le Labo Ylang 49?
Ylang 49 EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2015 | Year | - |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Cananga XLIX EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
ScentArt
How it unfolds
Notes
- Ylang 49
- Cananga XLIX
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
Ylang 49 is a divisive, full-bodied chypre floral. It's a proper grown-up scent for those who crave a bit of vintage drama, but beware: its potent sillage and enduring power aren't for the faint-hearted. It’s either a grand statement or a headache waiting to happen.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Le Labo Ylang 49. Built around , it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Le Labo Ylang 49.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Sandalwood
20%
vs
18%
Vetiver
20%
vs
17%
Patchouli
20%
vs
20%
Oakmoss
20%
vs
21%
Benzoin
20%
vs
22%
Gardenia
100%
Ylang-Ylang
100%
Sandalwood
20%
vs
18%
Vetiver
20%
vs
17%
Patchouli
20%
vs
20%
Oakmoss
20%
vs
21%
Benzoin
20%
vs
22%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature make it less suitable for office environments, as it can be overwhelming for others. However, the sophisticated and bold profile makes it an excellent choice for dates and formal events where you want to make a statement.
Seasons
Reach for it across autumn and winter, where the woody signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.
Occasions
This one suits evening and daily settings; the easy, cosy character keeps it versatile for formal rotation too.
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 5 of its 7 notes, including Vetiver, Patchouli, Oakmoss
Adds gardenia and ylang-ylang
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Cananga XLIX EDP
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
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