de Lacoste Eau de Toilette vs Nirmala Eau de Parfum

de Lacoste

Edt	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2013	Year	2017
££	Price Tier	££

Nirmala

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - de Lacoste Eau de Toilette

A pleasant, fresh, and uncomplicated fruity floral that's either a delightful springtime treat or utterly forgettable, depending on your desire for projection and longevity. It's a safe bet for those who prefer subtle scents over statement fragrances.

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Our Verdict - Nirmala Eau de Parfum

A divisive tropical delight, Nirmala is either a juicy, authentic mango experience or a tart, unblended mess. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent with a strange resemblance to Mugler's Angel, yet distinctly its own quirky beast.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	20%	17%
Floral	18%	15%
Fruity	27%	32%
Green	6%	3%
Sweet	32%	36%
Warm	5%	3%
Woody	12%	11%
Earthy	4%	2%
Animalic	2%	1%
Fresh	15%	16%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

de Lacoste EdT

Nirmala EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Mandarin 31% vs 28%

Only in de Lacoste Eau de Toilette

Pineapple 41% Bergamot 27%

Only in Nirmala Eau de Parfum

Passionfruit 43% Grapefruit 28%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 30% vs 24%

Only in de Lacoste Eau de Toilette

Pineapple 43% Orange Blossom 26%

Only in Nirmala Eau de Parfum

Mango 46% Hibiscus 30%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 31% vs 31%

Sandalwood 25% vs 22%

Only in de Lacoste Eau de Toilette

Peru Balsam 22% Vetiver 21%

Only in Nirmala Eau de Parfum

Tonka Bean 27% Cedar 19%

Accords

de Lacoste Eau de Toilette Nirmala Eau de Parfum

100%

Citrus

66%

58%

Tropical

100%

90%

Sweet

91%

87%

Fruity

91%

80%

White Floral

62%

Vanilla

73%

66%

Woody

55%

52%

Powdery

47%

52%

Balsamic

49%

Fresh

47%

Floral

46%

Citrus shared

100%

66%

Tropical shared

58%

100%

Sweet shared

90%

91%

Fruity shared

87%

91%

White Floral

80%

Vanilla shared

62%

73%

Woody shared

66%

55%

Powdery shared

52%

47%

Balsamic

52%

Fresh shared

49%

47%

Floral

46%

Performance

de Lacoste Eau de Toilette Nirmala Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

de Lacoste Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean, and light character makes it ideal for office wear and casual settings, as it's unlikely to offend. The lack of strong projection and longevity, however, diminishes its suitability for dates or formal events where a more impactful scent is often desired. It performs well as an 'out of doors' scent, making it suitable for light sport.

Nirmala Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Sport

Its potent projection and sweet, tropical nature make it a bit much for the office but perfect for casual outings or dates. While some find it clean and fresh enough for sport, others find it too rich, leaning into a gourmand territory that isn't ideal for very formal settings.