Inara Eau de Parfum bottle Inara
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- Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Empressa Hair & Body Mist Eau de Parfum bottle Empressa Hair & Body Mist

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Inara Eau de Parfum
A divisive scent for sure: some find this an expensive-smelling, elegant dupe for Chanel Allure, whilst others are convinced it's a cheap, cloying mess and the Swiss Arabian musk is overpowering. Definitely try before you buy.
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Our Verdict - Empressa Hair & Body Mist Eau de Parfum
A pleasant, if somewhat divisive, hair and body mist that struggles to settle on an identity. Expect a warm, spiced fruit affair, but be prepared for some 'cooking with spices' vibes from time to time.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 27% 30%
Floral 18% 14%
Fruity 16% 18%
Green 8% 5%
Sweet 22% 27%
Warm 2% 11%
Woody 13% 7%
Earthy 6% 7%
Animalic 8% 4%
Fresh 17% 16%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Inara EdP
Empressa Hair & Body Mist EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 54% vs 33%
Bergamot 45% vs 33%
Only in Empressa Hair & Body Mist Eau de Parfum
Blood Orange 33%
Shared Notes
Peach 31% vs 14%
Rose 22% vs 14%
Shared Notes
Musk 25% vs 12%
Sandalwood 21% vs 12%
Patchouli 15% vs 12%
Only in Inara Eau de Parfum
Benzoin 22% Cedar 15%

Accords

Inara Eau de Parfum Empressa Hair & Body Mist Eau de Parfum
100%
Fruity
85%
74%
Citrus
100%
61%
Warm Spicy
90%
87%
Woody
74%
81%
Powdery
65%
73%
Musky
66%
Aromatic
73%
Sweet
71%
58%
Amber
69%
63%
Rose
60%
Fruity shared
100%
85%
Citrus shared
74%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
61%
90%
Woody shared
87%
74%
Powdery shared
81%
65%
73%
Aromatic shared
66%
73%
71%
Amber shared
58%
69%
Rose shared
63%
60%

Performance

Inara Eau de Parfum Empressa Hair & Body Mist Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Inara Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

With its significant sillage and longevity, this isn't a subtle office scent unless applied sparingly. Its sophisticated character makes it a good fit for date nights and formal events, though perhaps a bit too elegant for very casual wear. Definitely not one for the gym.

Empressa Hair & Body Mist Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

As a mist, its performance is on the lighter side, making it a good fit for casual settings where a gentle scent is preferred. The fruity and warm spicy accords lean it away from formal events, though its subtlety could work for an office if applied lightly.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
88%
Accord
80%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Warm Spicy, Fruity accords and Rose, Peach notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Inara Eau de Parfum
Empressa Hair & Body Mist Eau de Parfum
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