Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum vs Kedu Eau de Parfum

Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2020	Year	2014
£	Price Tier	££££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Aldi's Lime, Basil & Mandarin delivers an impressively authentic zesty-fresh impression at a fraction of the designer price. It's bright, breezy and effortless, though fleeting-reapply freely for a constant burst of citrus cheer.

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Our Verdict - Kedu Eau de Parfum

Kedu is a divisive scent experience: some find it a unique, creamy citrus, while others dismiss it as an overpriced, weak, and ultimately boring imitation. It's a 'love it or leave it' situation that probably won't be resolved with a quick sniff.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	27%	20%
Floral	9%	2%
Fruity	3%	3%
Green	24%	14%
Sweet	10%	15%
Warm	8%	10%
Woody	13%	14%
Earthy	19%	18%
Animalic	4%	8%
Fresh	24%	17%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin EdP

Kedu EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Lime 39% Mandarin 33% Bergamot 27%

Top Notes

Mandarin 23% Tea 16% Bergamot 16% Grapefruit 15% Orange 15% Ginger 15%

Heart Notes

Lavender 55% Basil 46% Thyme 26%

Shared Notes

Mandarin 33% vs 22%

Bergamot 27% vs 15%

Only in Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Lime 39%

Only in Kedu Eau de Parfum

Tea 16% Grapefruit 15% Orange 15% Ginger 15%

Only in Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Lavender 55% Basil 46% Thyme 26%

Only in Kedu Eau de Parfum

Sesame 66% Herbal 34%

Shared Notes

Musk 14% vs 33%

Only in Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Patchouli 43% Vetiver 24%

Only in Kedu Eau de Parfum

Cedar 33% Oakmoss 33%

Accords

Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum Kedu Eau de Parfum

90%

Citrus

100%

76%

Aromatic

61%

67%

Fresh Spicy

39%

54%

Green

41%

Fruity

41%

40%

Herbal

30%

Woody

30%

Sweet

Citrus shared

90%

100%

Aromatic shared

76%

61%

Fresh Spicy shared

67%

39%

Green shared

54%

41%

Fruity

41%

Herbal

40%

Woody

30%

Sweet

30%

Performance

Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum Kedu Eau de Parfum

Short (2-4h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Light

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Lacura Hotel Collection No.1 Lime, Basil & Mandarin Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

Bursting with zesty citrus and uplifting basil, this scent is perfect for spring and summer, offering a crisp breeze of freshness. The light composition feels too airy for cold winter days, while in fall it works as a subtle, clean daytime pick.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

The discreet projection and clean citrus-herbal profile make it ideal for office, casual and post-workout freshness. It is less suited to formal events or romantic evenings where a richer, more sensual fragrance is expected.

Kedu Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its generally weak projection and close-to-skin longevity make it an excellent choice for office wear or casual outings. However, the lack of significant sillage and a more relaxed profile means it might be lost in formal settings or an energetic date night.