Is Perfume Parlour Confusion a dupe of Nasomatto Baraonda?

Baraonda Extrait

Nasomatto by Alessandro Gualtieri Original Acquired

Confusion EDP

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Extrait Concentration EDP
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2016 Year -
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Baraonda Extrait
This isn't just a booze-tinged scent; it's a full-on, richly textured whiskey experience, divisive for some, but a masterpiece for others. It commands attention and oozes sophistication, making it a firm favourite for those who want to stand out.
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Our Verdict - Confusion EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Nasomatto Baraonda. Built around Ambrette (Musk Mallow), Rose, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Nasomatto Baraonda.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Baraonda Extrait A Confusion EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Baraonda Extrait
Confusion EDP

Notes

Baraonda
Confusion

Top Notes

Whisky 100%

Top Notes

Shared Notes
Musk 50% vs 48%
Rose 50% vs 46%
Ambroxan 50% vs 51%
Ambrette 50% vs 53%
Only in Baraonda
Whisky 100%
Only in Baraonda
Whisky 100%
Shared Notes
Rose 50% vs 46%
Ambrette 50% vs 53%
Shared Notes
Musk 50% vs 48%
Ambroxan 50% vs 51%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Baraonda Confusion
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Baraonda

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and intense boozy, woody character make it a no-go for the office, risking offence rather than intrigue. It shines on date nights and formal events, creating an alluring and memorable impression. For casual wear, it's best reserved for cooler evenings when its warmth can truly be appreciated without being overwhelming.

Confusion

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Reach for it across spring and summer, where the floral signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

This one suits casual and daily settings; the easy, breezy character keeps it versatile for date rotation too.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
17%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 4 notes is in the original, including Musk, Ambrette, Rose

Key Differences

Without whisky

Where to buy

Baraonda Extrait
Confusion EDP
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