Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise Eau de Parfum bottle Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise
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Pivoine Souveraine Eau de Parfum bottle Pivoine Souveraine

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Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise
This lily of the valley scent is an uplifting take on a classic floral, blending freshness with a nuanced spicy sweetness that delights many, though some find it a bit unusual. It's a genuine springtime crowd-pleaser that reimagines tradition.
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Our Verdict - Pivoine Souveraine
This fresh floral number is surprisingly polarising. Some find it generic and uninspired, while others are absolutely smitten by its luminous, airy elegance. It truly shines in warmer weather, making it the perfect understated scent for celebratory occasions.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9% 9%
Floral 38% 32%
Fruity 3% 4%
Green 12% 12%
Sweet 21% 16%
Warm 7% 12%
Woody 8% 8%
Earthy 1% 1%
Animalic 10% 11%
Fresh 20% 20%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise EdP
Pivoine Souveraine EdP

Notes

Only in Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise
Magnolia 37% Star Anise 34% Mandarin 29%
Shared Notes
Peony 28% vs 40%
Only in Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise
Tea 37% Lily Of The Valley 34%
Only in Pivoine Souveraine
Rose 35% Jasmine 24%
Shared Notes
Musk 33% vs 39%
Sandalwood 29% vs 22%
Only in Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise
Ylang-Ylang 38%
Only in Pivoine Souveraine
Tea 38%

Accords

Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise Pivoine Souveraine
100%
Floral
100%
46%
Rose
100%
93%
Fresh
85%
Musky
85%
78%
Green
54%
73%
White Floral
49%
48%
Soft Spicy
60%
Powdery
57%
50%
Citrus
49%
Anis
Sweet
49%
Aromatic
46%
Floral shared
100%
100%
Rose shared
46%
100%
Fresh shared
93%
85%
85%
Green shared
78%
54%
White Floral shared
73%
49%
Soft Spicy shared
48%
60%
57%
50%
49%
49%
46%

Performance

Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise Pivoine Souveraine
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh and clean profile makes it highly suitable for office wear and casual outings. While some reviews mention long-lasting performance and good projection, it remains a subtle and non-intrusive scent, making it versatile across many scenarios, though perhaps not a showstopper for formal events.

Pivoine Souveraine

Seasons

Best For:
Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Its fresh, airy, and floral nature makes it suitable for most settings, especially formal events and weddings as noted by reviews. The subtlety means it won't be overpowering in an office, while its elegance suits special occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
93%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
91%
Accord
74%
Key Similarities

Both share Floral, Fresh, Green accords and Tea, Peony notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Dewy Lily of the Valley & Star Anise
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