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Decadence Eau de Parfum bottle Decadence EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
F Gender F
2015 Year 2020
££ Price Tier £
PS.. Love Emerald Eau de Toilette bottle PS.. Love Emerald EDT
Our Verdict

While both share woody and fruity aspects with iris and jasmine, Decadence leans into a dark, opulent plum and woods profile, creating a bold statement. PS... Love Emerald offers a lighter, fresher take on the woody-fruity theme, prioritizing versatility and approachability. Decadence is a discontinued, pricier, and more polarizing choice for those craving a unique, luxurious experience. Emerald, on the other hand, is a budget-friendly daily wear option, perfect if you want something similar but less intense and more modern.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Decadence if...
  • You want a bold, dark, and unforgettable fragrance.
  • You appreciate unique and polarizing scents.
  • You enjoy the richness of plum and woody notes.
  • You don't mind investing in a discontinued gem.
Choose PS.. Love Emerald if...
  • You prefer a light, fresh, and versatile fragrance.
  • You're looking for a budget-friendly everyday scent.
  • You want a modern take on woody-fruity accords.
  • You prefer understated elegance over bold statements.
Our Verdict - Decadence EDP
Divisive, dark, and utterly unique, Decadence was Marc Jacobs' boldest move, delivering a luxurious plum and woody punch that you either adore or recoil from. Its discontinuation leaves a passionate fanbase in mourning for this unapologetically fierce fragrance.
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Our Verdict - PS.. Love Emerald EDT
Refreshingly understated, PS.. Love Emerald offers a modern blend ideal for budget-friendly versatility.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Decadence EDP
PS.. Love Emerald EDT

Notes

Only in PS.. Love Emerald
Bergamot 54% Apple 46%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 32% vs 42%
Only in Decadence
Orris 34% Rose 33%
Only in PS.. Love Emerald
Iris 32% Peony 26%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 40% vs 18%

Accords

Decadence PS.. Love Emerald
100%
Woody
70%
97%
Fruity
60%
Floral
90%
87%
Iris
83%
Earthy
64%
Powdery
64%
Sweet
61%
Aromatic
57%
Leather
Musky
50%
Woody shared
100%
70%
Fruity shared
97%
60%
90%
87%
83%
64%
64%
61%
57%
50%

Performance

Decadence PS.. Love Emerald
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Decadence

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and depth make it less suited for an office setting, but it truly shines on a date or formal evening occasion. The rich, woody-fruity profile and strong longevity are often mentioned by reviewers as perfect for special, intimate nights out.

PS.. Love Emerald

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring

The floral and woody notes suit the freshness of spring and the coziness of fall, while its moderate weight is less suited for hot or cold extremes.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

A versatile scent with moderate projection, suitable for casual settings and workplace, yet not potent enough for formal occasions. Its subtlety does not align well with sport.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
34%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, fruity

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Decadence EDP
PS.. Love Emerald EDT
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