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This 2014 fruitchouli is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with fans adoring its beast-mode raspberry and patchouli blend, while detractors find it sickly sweet and dated. It's truly a "my NY" experience- divisive, just like the city itself.
This one's a divisive wildcard. Some rave about its unique tart-sweet-salty twist, while others find it a bit meh - or even worse, an alcohol bomb on first spray. You might need to let it settle, but if it works for your skin, it's a beachy, fruity-floral charmer.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 29% | 23% |
| Fruity | 14% | 20% |
| Green | 8% | 7% |
| Sweet | 25% | 30% |
| Warm | 12% | 12% |
| Woody | 8% | 6% |
| Earthy | 15% | 9% |
| Animalic | 11% | 6% |
| Fresh | 11% | 16% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Given its 'beast mode' performance and strong sillage, this fragrance is best suited for evenings and social gatherings, where its bold character can shine without overwhelming those around you. While some find it office-appropriate, its intensity makes it a risky choice for close-quarter professional environments. The sweet, fruity, and musky accords lean towards playful and alluring scenarios rather than formal or athletic ones.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Given its moderate projection and short-to-average longevity, this scent is versatile enough for casual wear and dates, but perhaps too playful for formal events. Several reviews suggest it works well as an 'inoffensive' office scent, though its unique tartness might not suit everyone in a professional setting.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Fruity, Sweet accords and Vanilla, Pink Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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