Is Paris Corner RUA a dupe of Parfums de Marly Delina?
Delina EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2017 | Year | 2024 |
| $$$$ | Price Tier | $ |
RUA EDP
Delina and RUA both aim for a fruity-rose profile, but their nuances set them apart. Delina is a polished, high-end experience, boasting superior ingredients and a refined, crowd-pleasing blend. RUA, as a budget alternative, captures the essence of Delina but with a rougher edge that may require maceration to fully appreciate. The key difference lies in the quality and smoothness - Delina offers immediate gratification, while RUA might need some patience to reach its potential. If budget is no issue, Delina is the clear winner.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Delina
- RUA
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You want a refined, high-quality rose fragrance.
- You appreciate immediate gratification and polished scents.
- You prefer a signature scent with proven mass appeal.
- You want a perfume with strong performance.
- You're on a budget and want a Delina-inspired scent.
- You enjoy discovering hidden gems that need some aging.
- You are willing to wait for the scent to develop.
- You like a fragrance with a unique and edgy character.
Fruity, romantic and long-lasting, it carries well without being heavy. Litchi and rhubarb sparkle on a plush, pink rose and peony, and musk, vanilla and a trace of caramel soften the end.
This Delina-adjacent scent is a real diviser. Some find it a rough ride that needs time to macerate, while others are instantly impressed by its rosy, fruity charm. If you've got the patience, it might just surprise you.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Rose
16%
vs
10%
Rhubarb
10%
vs
12%
Vanilla
8%
vs
10%
Caramel
7%
vs
6%
Musk
7%
vs
6%
Litchi
12% share of the perfume
Petalia
6% share of the perfume
Incense
6% share of the perfume
Peony
5% share of the perfume
Cedar
5% share of the perfume
Bergamot
5% share of the perfume
Vetiver
5% share of the perfume
Nutmeg
4% share of the perfume
Cashmeran
2% share of the perfume
Blackcurrant
1% share of the perfume
Rhubarb
10%
vs
12%
Vanilla
8%
vs
10%
Caramel
7%
vs
6%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Litchi, rhubarb and peony are fresh enough for spring and early summer, and the creamy rose carries it into autumn. Deep winter is its weakest.
Occasions
Made for dates and dressed-up evenings, with enough polish for formal events. Its strong carry can be a lot in a close office.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its strong projection and lasting power make it a bit much for the office. However, the opulent fruity-floral-gourmand profile shines on dates or more formal events, leaving a memorable impression. Some may enjoy it casually, but it's perhaps too bold for everyday wear.
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 5 of its 10 notes, including Musk, Rhubarb, Caramel
Adds amberwood and citrus, drops bergamot and blackcurrant
Where to buy
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