Bourdeaux For Women
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2018 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Mandarina Corsica
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A budget Perfume Parlour interpretation of Lolita Lempicka L de Lolita Lempicka (2006) by Maurice Roucel - the vanilla-led composition with bitter orange, cinnamon and vanilla as the canonical signature. Honest dupe-fidelity at PP's budget price point.
This is a divisive but ultimately enchanting scent, praised for its hyper-realistic mandarin opening but criticised by some for its syrupy caramel dry-down. For others, that gourmand element is pure bliss. It's a caramel mandarin dream for some, a cloying disappointment for others, but never boring.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 26% | 29% |
| Floral | 6% | 17% |
| Fruity | 4% | 7% |
| Green | 3% | 3% |
| Sweet | 34% | 37% |
| Warm | 20% | 13% |
| Woody | 8% | 5% |
| Earthy | 4% | 3% |
| Animalic | 6% | 1% |
| Fresh | 11% | 14% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The vanilla-led composition with vanilla base sits firmly in autumn-winter where the warmth carries.
Occasions
Sophisticated vanilla-led signature fits date and formal evening wear naturally; office viable at low dosage.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and gourmand warmth make it well-suited for dates and casual outings, offering a comforting presence without being overpowering. The sweetness and warm spice can be too much for formal or sport settings, and while some wear it to the office, its gourmand nature isn't universally accepted there.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Sweet, Vanilla accords and Sandalwood, Cinnamon notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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