Is Perfume Parlour Butterfly a dupe of Nishane Favonius?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Favonius is a divisive take on the often-recycled rose-oud combo. Some hail it as a refined, elegant masterpiece with beastly performance, while others find its green, fruity-oud blend a bit too chaotic, even synthetic. It's a bold one, so definitely try before you buy.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Nishane Favonius. Built around Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Artemisia, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Nishane Favonius.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and longevity make it less suitable for shared office spaces. However, its refined, luxurious character and compliment-pulling power make it perfect for dates, evening events, and formal gatherings, lending an air of sophistication.
Seasons
Best in autumn and winter - the woody, aromatic profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.
Occasions
Keep it for evening and daily - the woody accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.
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.
Shares 7 of its 10 notes, including Artemisia, Rose, Clary Sage
Adds cedar and patchouli, drops cypriol oil or nagarmotha and litchi
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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International (1)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work