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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a bit of a curveball from Serge Lutens. While some find it a delightful, clean fruity-floral akin to luxury shampoo, others are underwhelmed by its lack of Lutens' signature complexity. It's a crowd-pleaser for some, forgettable for others.
Divisive, potent, and sometimes polarising, Casta Diva is a big, bold yellow and white floral that demands attention. Those who love it find it heavenly, but a significant minority find it overpowering and cloying. Approach with caution, but if it works for you, it's a stunner.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 3% |
| Floral | 35% | 41% |
| Fruity | 15% | 7% |
| Green | 11% | 15% |
| Sweet | 28% | 30% |
| Warm | 7% | 7% |
| Woody | 7% | 4% |
| Earthy | 3% | 9% |
| Animalic | 10% | 13% |
| Fresh | 9% | 9% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, transparent floral-fruity profile and moderate sillage make it ideal for office and casual wear, as it's unlikely to offend. The 'shampoo-like' quality, while pleasant, makes it less suited for formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, as described by many reviews, make it less suited for an intimate office setting, but perfect for date nights or evenings out. The lush tropical florals lend themselves well to casual wear and can be dressed up for formal occasions, provided it's applied lightly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, White Floral, Fruity accords and Osmanthus, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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