De La Mer
| Extrait | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Wave
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A windswept, mineralic marine that is crisp, herbal and quietly assertive. For those who want a sea scent with true texture and depth, not just blue freshness.
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.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 22% | 18% |
| Floral | 12% | 18% |
| Fruity | 7% | 4% |
| Green | 14% | 19% |
| Sweet | 7% | 9% |
| Warm | 5% | 3% |
| Woody | 14% | 11% |
| Earthy | 14% | 17% |
| Animalic | 0% | 1% |
| Fresh | 32% | 29% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
De La Mer's ozonic, salty marine and citrus facets make it ideal for spring and summer, evoking sea breezes and freshness. The herbal, mossy drydown gives enough structure for early fall, but it lacks the warmth for cold winter days.
Occasions
Its clean, airy and inoffensive profile is perfect for office and casual daytime wear, and works well for sport due to its freshness. Projection is pronounced but the character is understated, making it less suited for formal or intimate date nights.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Marine, Fresh Spicy accords and Sea Water, Oakmoss notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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