Is Oil Perfumery Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Forte a dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Forte?

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EDP Concentration Oil
U Gender U
2018 Year 2018
££££ Price Tier ££
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Aqua Celestia Forte EDP
This isn't just a freshie; it’s a powerhouse. Aqua Celestia Forte boasts an invigorating citrus blast with surprising longevity, though its soapy leanings and occasional 'cleaning product' vibe mean it's not universally adored. Pricey, but many rave about its exceptional performance.
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Our Verdict - Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Forte Oil
A refreshing and subtle citrus-green fragrance, making it suitable for both professional settings and intimate dates.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Aqua Celestia Forte EDP A Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Forte Oil B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Aqua Celestia Forte EDP
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Forte Oil

Notes

Shared Notes
Musk 100% vs 42%
Lime 30% vs 52%
Petitgrain 23% vs 47%
Mint 21% vs 19%
Jasmine 20% vs 17%
Hedione 19% vs 14%
Mimosa 18% vs 14%
Only in Aqua Celestia Forte
Lemon 24% Currant Blossom 23%
Only in Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Forte
Ambroxan 29% Blackcurrant 29% Violet Leaf 17%
Shared Notes
Lime 30% vs 52%
Petitgrain 23% vs 47%
Only in Aqua Celestia Forte
Lemon 24% Mint 22%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 20% vs 17%
Hedione 19% vs 14%
Mimosa 18% vs 14%
Only in Aqua Celestia Forte
Currant Blossom 23%
Only in Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Forte
Mint 20% Violet Leaf 17%
Shared Notes
Musk 100% vs 42%
Only in Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Forte
Ambroxan 29% Blackcurrant 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Aqua Celestia Forte Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Forte
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Aqua Celestia Forte

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its exceptional longevity and significant projection make it a bit much for intimate formal settings, but its clean, fresh profile is perfect for office wear if applied lightly. The sparkling, uplifting nature makes it ideal for casual outings and sports, with many reviewers specifically mentioning it for hot weather activities.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Celestia Forte

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

The citrus and fresh characters make it ideal for spring, while the green notes support its use in fall. It's less suited for the extremes of summer and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Subtle projection and fresh, clean profile make it versatile for office and date settings, while the understated presence is suitable for casual outings yet less so for sporting contexts.

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.

Overall scent match
66%
Key Similarities

Shares 8 of its 11 notes, including Lime, Mimosa, Mint

Key Differences

Adds ambroxan and blackcurrant, drops currant blossom and lemon

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