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Wave Eau de Toilette bottle Wave EDT
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Portobello Road Eau de Parfum bottle Portobello Road EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Wave EDT
Missoni Wave is a legendary summer cheapie, lauded for smelling like high-end alternatives at a fraction of the cost. Beloved, versatile, and well-performing for a freshie, it's a 'no-brainer' blind buy. Grab it before it’s gone.
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Our Verdict - Portobello Road EDP
A truly unique scent that masterfully blends the unexpected. While some find the asphalt note a bit much, most are utterly captivated by its fresh, green, and slightly earthy charm. Expect compliments and a distinctive olfactory experience.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Wave EDT
Portobello Road EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 30% vs 33%
Only in Portobello Road
Green 38% Myrtle 29%
Shared Notes
Clary Sage 24% vs 55%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 23% vs 19%
Patchouli 22% vs 18%
Only in Portobello Road
Rain 37% Asphalt 26%

Accords

Wave Portobello Road
100%
Aromatic
100%
Aquatic
94%
93%
Citrus
61%
Green
75%
Ozonic
75%
67%
Marine
Asphault
61%
50%
Woody
60%
Rose
55%
45%
Earthy
52%
51%
Lavender
49%
Floral
47%
Fresh
45%
Salty
Aromatic shared
100%
100%
94%
Citrus shared
93%
61%
75%
75%
67%
61%
Woody shared
50%
60%
55%
Earthy shared
45%
52%
51%
49%
47%
45%

Performance

Wave Portobello Road
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Wave

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Often cited as a 'gym safe' and 'daily driver', its fresh and aromatic character, combined with moderate projection, makes it ideal for casual and office wear. While some reviewers report great longevity, the general consensus on its performance means it's less suited for formal events where a more impactful scent is often desired.

Portobello Road

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

This scent leans fresh and green, making it versatile for casual daywear and even some office settings, though the unique asphalt accord might be too distinctive for more formal occasions. Its moderate sillage and longevity mean it's unlikely to overpower, allowing for broader casual appeal.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, citrus, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Wave EDT
Portobello Road EDP
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