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Which Should You Buy?
A dark, smoky leather-oud composition that stands out in the Replica line, Under the Stars is evocative, daring, and best reserved for nights when you want to project intrigue and depth.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Under The Stars - a warm spicy fragrance led by Black pepper, with leather depth. Expect a softer, closer-to-skin take on the original - the signature intact, the projection gentler.
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Seasons
Best for cool nights and autumnal or winter wear thanks to the dense leather, oud, and resinous base. The spicy opening is slightly invigorating but the richness is too much for hot days.
Occasions
The smoky-leather and oud core is too assertive for sport or most offices, but feels alluring and enveloping for evening dates or formal occasions in the cold.
Seasons
The warm spicy character is happiest in autumn and winter - cooler air gives the warmth room to bloom; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.
Occasions
Its warm spicy, leather signature leans toward evening and daily wear - approachable enough for formal use without overwhelming a room.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean leather, amber
Subtle differences in overall composition
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