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Roses & Chocolate Eau de Parfum bottle Roses & Chocolate EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2013 Year 2022
££ Price Tier ££
Cacao In The Sun Eau de Parfum bottle Cacao In The Sun EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Roses & Chocolate EDP
This one sparks debate. Roses & Chocolate is a love-it-or-hate-it gourmand with an intensely realistic, sometimes synthetic-leaning, chocolate and rose combo. It’s got beast-mode projection, so definitely sample before you commit to a full bottle.
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Our Verdict - Cacao In The Sun EDP
Don't let the name fool you - 'Cacao In The Sun' promises a chocolate-laced experience but delivers an elusive whisper rather than a bold declaration. While some adore its sophisticated fruity-floral charm, others are miffed by its fleeting cacao and poor longevity. A real hit or miss, so sample first.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Roses & Chocolate EDP
Cacao In The Sun EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Blackcurrant 25% vs 31%
Shared Notes
Dark Chocolate 41% vs 32%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 38% vs 34%
Musk 33% vs 24%
Only in Roses & Chocolate
Cedar 28%
Only in Cacao In The Sun
Sandalwood 22% Woody 19%

Accords

Roses & Chocolate Cacao In The Sun
100%
Chocolate
68%
67%
Fruity
100%
84%
Sweet
95%
86%
Powdery
88%
Woody
87%
82%
Rose
71%
Vanilla
80%
74%
Warm Spicy
63%
62%
Floral
Citrus
62%
Iris
60%
58%
Musky
Chocolate shared
100%
68%
Fruity shared
67%
100%
Sweet shared
84%
95%
Powdery shared
86%
88%
87%
82%
Vanilla shared
71%
80%
Warm Spicy shared
74%
63%
62%
62%
60%
58%

Performance

Roses & Chocolate Cacao In The Sun
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Roses & Chocolate

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Given its potent sillage and longevity, this is best suited for evenings and dates where its bold, sweet character can shine without overwhelming those around you. It's too strong and distinctive for most office environments, but can work casually in moderation, particularly in cooler weather.

Cacao In The Sun

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its poor longevity and light sillage make it ideal for casual wear or an office setting where subtlety is key. The fruity floral character isn't suited for formal events, and its airy freshness works well for everyday activities, though you'll need to reapply.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean chocolate, powdery, sweet

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Roses & Chocolate EDP
Cacao In The Sun EDP
100ml
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