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Angel Eau de Parfum bottle Angel EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
1992 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Inspired by Angel Eau de Parfum bottle Inspired by Angel EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Angel EDP
Angel is a groundbreaking scent that defined the gourmand genre, exploding with sweet, edible notes over a dark, patchouli-rich base. Daring and unmistakable, it commands attention and leaves a magnetic, unforgettable trail.
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Our Verdict - Inspired by Angel EDP
Match Fragrances' interpretation of Mugler's Angel (1992) - the Olivier Cresp and Yves de Chiris patchouli-cotton candy gourmand that invented the modern sweet-gourmand category, here translated into a cotton candy-bergamot opening over honey and blackberry into a patchouli-chocolate close. Honest dupe-fidelity for evening feminine wear at a fraction of the designer price.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Angel EDP
Inspired by Angel EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Patchouli 13% vs 27%
Caramel 13% vs 18%
Vanilla 13% vs 17%
Tonka Bean 12% vs 15%

Accords

Angel Inspired by Angel
100%
Sweet
95%
95%
Gourmand
Patchouli
90%
70%
Fruity
75%
Vanilla
70%
Earthy
65%
60%
Warm Spicy
55%
55%
Caramel
50%
Woody
30%
Powdery
30%
Chocolate
Sweet shared
100%
95%
95%
90%
Fruity shared
70%
75%
70%
65%
Warm Spicy shared
60%
55%
55%
50%
30%
30%

Performance

Angel Inspired by Angel
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Potent
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Angel

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Angel's dense, ultra-sweet, and spicy gourmand profile with chocolate, caramel, and patchouli makes it ideal for cold weather and fall-winter wear, where its richness shines without becoming cloying. It can be overwhelming in heat, but some enjoy its warmth in early spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Angel is bold and commanding, best suited for evening, dates, or formal occasions where making a statement is desired. Its projection and intensity can overwhelm in close or informal settings, so it's less fitting for office or sporty wear.

Inspired by Angel

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Patchouli-chocolate-gourmand structure peaks in autumn and winter; summer too heavy.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Bold gourmand statement is built for date and evening; formal works for fans of the style. Not built for sport, office.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean sweet, fruity, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Angel EDP
Inspired by Angel EDP
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