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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a cheeky clone, no doubt, but the general consensus is that it's a softer, more versatile take on the original's overly sweet character. You're getting bang for your buck here, with performance that won't let you down and a scent profile that's widely appealing.
Match Fragrances' interpretation of Lancôme's La Vie Est Belle (2012) - the Olivier Polge, Dominique Ropion and Anne Flipo praline-iris-patchouli composition that became Lancôme's commercial juggernaut, here translated into a blackcurrant-pear opening over iris and a praline-vanilla-patchouli close. Honest dupe-fidelity for daytime feminine wear at a fraction of the designer price.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 2% |
| Floral | 28% | 28% |
| Fruity | 25% | 25% |
| Green | 10% | 10% |
| Sweet | 38% | 40% |
| Warm | 4% | 5% |
| Woody | 6% | 5% |
| Earthy | 13% | 12% |
| Animalic | 2% | 2% |
| Fresh | 11% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweet, prominent accords make it fantastic for dates and casual wear, drawing compliments without being overbearing. While wearable in the office when applied lightly, its richness might be a bit much for very formal or sporty settings.
Seasons
Praline-vanilla-patchouli structure peaks in autumn and winter; summer too sweet-heavy.
Occasions
Sweet gourmand feminine fits date, evening, casual. Office and formal work for fans of the indulgent style.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Vanilla, Patchouli accords and Blackcurrant, Pear notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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