Is Perfume Parlour Quiet Expression a dupe of Nishane Hundred Silent Ways?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Hundred Silent Ways
- Quiet Expression
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a crowd-pleasing, 'rich auntie' white floral that manages to be both safe and sophisticated. Don't listen to the 'it's just like Black Opium' brigade - it's far more refined, though its divisive performance means sampling is essential.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Nishane Hundred Silent Ways - a floral fragrance led by Mandarin Orange, Peach, Tuberose, with citrus depth. Expect a softer, closer-to-skin take on the original - the signature intact, the projection gentler.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
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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 Brands do not publish formulations.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 sweet and prominent white floral profile, along with a decent projection (for some), makes it perfect for dates and evening events. While many find it suitable for work, its strength could be too much if oversprayed, pulling down the office score slightly.
Seasons
Best in spring and summer - the floral, citrus profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.
Occasions
Keep it for casual and daily - the floral 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.
Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Sandalwood, Mandarin, Vetiver
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
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Quiet Expression EDP
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