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Which Should You Buy?
Juicy red berries fold into rose and a vanilla-amber base; widely positioned as the £7 M&S take on Giorgio Armani Si. Versatile, casual-friendly, surprisingly indulgent at high-street pricing.
This jammy rose and raspberry concoction by Francis Kurkdjian is highly divisive. While many adore its sweet, creamy, and feminine charm, others find it too cloying, powdery, or even 'old-fashioned', lacking the longevity some expect from an EDT. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 26% | 20% |
| Fruity | 26% | 40% |
| Green | 3% | 2% |
| Sweet | 43% | 40% |
| Warm | 10% | 5% |
| Woody | 2% | 4% |
| Earthy | 3% | 2% |
| Animalic | 7% | 10% |
| Fresh | 8% | 9% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The lush red berries, rose, and vanilla-amber base land their warmest in autumn and the brightest in spring. Mild summer evenings work; deep winter lacks the depth needed for cold air.
Occasions
Approachable, sweet-fruity character with moderate projection makes it casual, office, and date-friendly. Too gourmand and youthful for formal settings or sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and sweet, fruity-floral character make it suitable for casual wear and dates without being overwhelming. However, some find its sweetness and powdery notes potentially cloying, making it less ideal for formal events or the gym.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Rose, Sweet accords and Rose, Red Berries notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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