Is Paris Corner Emir Super Crush a dupe of Mancera Instant Crush?
Instant Crush EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDT |
| U | Gender | F |
| 2019 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Emir Super Crush EDT
Instant Crush and Emir Super Crush are near-identical takes on a sweet, woody amber fragrance. The key difference lies in price and potentially performance. Instant Crush, a mid-range EDP, is known for its beast mode projection, though some find it synthetic. Emir Super Crush, a budget EDT, aims to replicate the experience, with some reporting weaker performance. If you're seeking maximum impact and don't mind the price, go with Instant Crush. If budget is your primary concern and you're willing to gamble on batch variation, Emir Super Crush is a solid option.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Instant Crush
- Emir Super Crush
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You want guaranteed beast mode performance.
- You prefer the original formulation.
- You don't mind paying more for quality.
- You want a fragrance with proven longevity.
- You're on a tight budget.
- You want a 'close enough' alternative.
- You don't mind potentially weaker performance.
- You prefer a slightly lighter scent profile.
A divisive beast mode scent that splits opinion down the middle. Some hail it as a superior BR540, a sweet, warm, and highly addictive sillage monster. Others find it an overpoweringly synthetic mess, headache-inducing, and lacking any nuance.
Emir Super Crush is a divisive beast, lauded as a magnificent, affordable dupe for Mancera's Instant Crush by some, while others lament weak performance and an 'alcoholic vanilla' scent. For those who get a good batch, it's a stellar, luxurious experience.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Saffron
37%
vs
36%
Amberwood
35%
vs
30%
Vanilla
33%
vs
29%
Musk
24%
vs
24%
Rose
24%
vs
24%
Ginger
23%
vs
24%
Sandalwood
23%
vs
27%
Jasmine
20%
vs
23%
Mandarin
19%
vs
19%
Patchouli
19%
vs
21%
Bergamot
18%
vs
18%
Oakmoss
18%
vs
18%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Instant Crush is a sillage beast with tenacious longevity, making it unsuitable for office wear where it could be overwhelming. Its seductive warmth and sweetness are perfect for dates and evening events, while its powerful presence could be toned down for cooler casual outings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent warm spicy and amber accords, coupled with reports of excellent longevity and projection, make it unsuitable for office settings. However, these characteristics are perfect for making a bold impression on date nights and formal occasions, particularly in cooler weather.
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.
Every one of its 12 notes is in the original, including Musk, Bergamot, Mandarin
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Prices before sales tax, which the shop adds at checkout.
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