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Which Should You Buy?
This EDT version of Angel Nova is a divisive one. For some, it's a gorgeous, fresh, and flirty fruity-rose crowd-pleaser; for others, it's a screechy, headache-inducing synthetic mess. Best to try before you buy, as the litchi and rose can be love-it-or-hate-it.
Melrose Place is the quintessential 'clean girl' scent, a popular but divisive fresh rose that many love for its shampoo-like quality, but just as many dismiss as unremarkable, fleeting, or even sour. It's a crowd-pleaser for some, a headache for others.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 7% |
| Floral | 34% | 29% |
| Fruity | 18% | 20% |
| Green | 2% | 3% |
| Sweet | 21% | 22% |
| Warm | 0% | 10% |
| Woody | 15% | 14% |
| Earthy | 2% | 3% |
| Animalic | 13% | 10% |
| Fresh | 19% | 18% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and longevity make it suitable for casual wear and dates, without being overpowering. The fresh and fruity floral profile, especially in the EDT, is generally too playful for formal events but light enough for some office environments.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and inoffensive profile makes it perfect for office or casual wear, often described as a 'shampoo scent'. However, its generally poor longevity and intimate sillage mean it's not ideal for formal events or dates where you want a stronger presence. It's often recommended for post-shower or gym wear due to its fresh nature.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Rose, Fresh accords and Rose, Litchi notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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