Is Paris Corner Taskeen Marina a dupe of Victoria's Secret Bombshell?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Bombshell is a divisive crowd-pleaser that's either a vibrant, confident stunner or a synthetic, dated mess. It's an undisputed fruity-floral icon that takes you straight back to the 2010s, for better or worse.
This citrus and fresh-fruity fragrance is a hit for summer holidays, praised for its invigorating brightness. However, some find it a bit too light and 'shampoo-like', lacking depth or warmth.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and fruity nature makes it ideal for casual wear, office settings (with a light hand), and even sport, as many find it refreshing. However, its youthful and less sophisticated profile makes it less suitable for formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, light, and clean profile makes it perfect for casual wear, holidays, and even post-workout. While inoffensive enough for the office, its energetic brightness might not suit formal events, and reviews suggest it's more of a short-lived pleasure.
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 2 of its 3 notes, including Lily of the Valley, Grapefruit
Adds blackcurrant, drops jasmine and musk
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Bombshell EDP
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Taskeen Marina EDP
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International (3)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work
International (2)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work