Jasmim Sambac Eau de Parfum bottle Jasmim Sambac
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2021 Year 2012
££ Price Tier ££
Pretty Swan Eau de Parfum bottle Pretty Swan

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Jasmim Sambac
A creamy, sophisticated jasmine that's a bit of a chameleon - some find it a delightful, subtle dream, while others are overwhelmed by its sweetness. If you're a fan of Givenchy's L'Interdit, you might have found your budget-friendly dupe.
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Our Verdict - Pretty Swan
This perfume is a beautifully discontinued, subtle powdery dream that encapsulates delicate femininity. Despite some reports of poor performance, its unique, comforting softness is adored by many, making it a cult favourite.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 19% 17%
Floral 15% 20%
Fruity 11% 16%
Green 8% 3%
Sweet 31% 33%
Warm 7% 13%
Woody 1% 3%
Earthy 3% 6%
Animalic 10% 5%
Fresh 17% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Jasmim Sambac EdP
Pretty Swan EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 25% vs 32%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 36% vs 26%
Apricot 21% vs 41%
Heliotrope 21% vs 32%
Only in Jasmim Sambac
Synthetic 20%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 39% vs 14%
Musk 31% vs 12%

Accords

Jasmim Sambac Pretty Swan
76%
Powdery
100%
98%
Vanilla
68%
84%
Sweet
62%
58%
Lactonic
56%
58%
Citrus
Savory
55%
54%
Musky
47%
52%
Fruity
47%
49%
Floral
48%
Amber
Powdery shared
76%
100%
Vanilla shared
98%
68%
Sweet shared
84%
62%
Lactonic shared
58%
56%
58%
55%
Musky shared
54%
47%
Fruity shared
52%
47%
49%
48%

Performance

Jasmim Sambac Pretty Swan
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Jasmim Sambac

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and sweet white floral character make it suitable for casual wear or dates without being overpowering. While some find it too sweet for warm days, its general versatility and gentle nature keep it from being inappropriate for office or formal settings if applied sparingly.

Pretty Swan

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

Its soft sillage and delicate nature make it highly suitable for office wear and casual settings, as it won't offend. While romantic, its lack of projection means it's less ideal for formal occasions where a more impactful scent might be desired.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
86%
Accord
73%
Key Similarities

Both share Powdery, Vanilla, Sweet accords and Jasmine, Apricot notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Jasmim Sambac
Pretty Swan
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