85%

Valencia EDP

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Starry Nights Eau de Parfum bottle Starry Nights EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2015 Year -
££ Price Tier ££
Valencia Eau de Parfum bottle Valencia EDP
Our Verdict

Starry Nights and Valencia share a similar profile, dominated by rose, musk, and fruity notes, but Starry Nights leans into a bolder, more synthetic apple accord. Valencia, on the other hand, offers a more balanced composition, emphasizing its powdery and citrus elements. Both are strong and long-lasting, but Valencia is slightly less intense. If you enjoy beast-mode fragrances but find Starry Nights too overpowering, Valencia provides a smoother, more wearable alternative. If you want beast mode, go with montale.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Starry Nights if...
  • You want a fragrance with beast-mode projection.
  • You love a pronounced, juicy apple note.
  • You prefer a more synthetic, modern feel.
  • You want a compliment-pulling fragrance.
Choose Valencia if...
  • You prefer a smoother, more balanced scent.
  • You want a beast mode fragrance but not too loud.
  • You enjoy powdery, citrusy undertones.
  • You want something slightly more versatile.
Our Verdict - Starry Nights EDP
This one's a proper beast - you'll either love its intense rose-musk-apple bomb or find it a synthetic headache. It's divisive, loud, and definitely not for the faint-hearted, but for those who get it, it's a unique, compliment-pulling superstar.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Valencia EDP
Valencia is an absolute beast mode fragrance. It's wildly divisive, with people either loving its unique, powerful aura or finding it utterly repulsive and headache-inducing. Approach with caution and a light hand, as this scent is not for the faint of heart.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Starry Nights EDP
Valencia EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Apple 35% vs 41%
Bergamot 34% vs 27%
Lemon 29% vs 30%
Shared Notes
Rose 41% vs 33%
Jasmine 21% vs 26%
Only in Starry Nights
Patchouli 37%
Shared Notes
Musk 42% vs 25%
Powdery 31% vs 19%
Amber 25% vs 21%
Only in Valencia
Sandalwood 33%

Accords

Starry Nights Valencia
100%
Powdery
98%
97%
Citrus
100%
84%
Rose
92%
86%
Musky
62%
56%
Fresh
86%
54%
Floral
84%
74%
Patchouli
60%
Woody
74%
61%
Fruity
67%
Amber
57%
Powdery shared
100%
98%
Citrus shared
97%
100%
Rose shared
84%
92%
Musky shared
86%
62%
Fresh shared
56%
86%
Floral shared
54%
84%
74%
Woody shared
60%
74%
Fruity shared
61%
67%
57%

Performance

Starry Nights Valencia
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Starry Nights

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its formidable projection and longevity, Starry Nights is best reserved for occasions where it can truly shine without overwhelming. Its bold character makes it perfect for date nights or formal events, while its strength suggests caution for office wear.

Valencia

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Given its 'beast mode' performance regarding sillage and longevity, Valencia is best reserved for situations where its intensity won't overwhelm. It's too potent for the office or sport, but could make a statement on a date or for casual wear, though some find it too 'masculine' or 'chemical' for general social settings.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, powdery, rose

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Starry Nights EDP
Valencia EDP
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