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Which Should You Buy?
Dee Don targets Creed's Aberdeen Lavender - the oriental fougere where fresh herbs and a mild lavender play against lush lily and tuberose over a vetiver-leather base. The dupe captures the aromatic-floral character but renders it flatter, with the creamy refinement simplified and the good Creed longevity cut to a skin-close presence.
This one's a divisive affair for a reason. You'll either love this sophisticated, herbal lavender or recoil from what some call 'medicinal foot powder'. It's not a crowd-pleaser, but a quiet, complex gem for those who get it.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 13% |
| Floral | 23% | 22% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 19% | 21% |
| Sweet | 8% | 7% |
| Warm | 5% | 6% |
| Woody | 15% | 15% |
| Earthy | 18% | 18% |
| Animalic | 10% | 11% |
| Fresh | 20% | 20% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The herbal lavender and floral fougere wear best in mild spring and autumn weather where the freshness and warmth balance well.
Occasions
A refined aromatic-floral suited to the office, casual days and dressier occasions rather than sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and generally calming, refined character make it suitable for office and casual wear. The herbal, slightly 'old-school' feel and lack of traditional 'sexy' notes might limit its appeal for dates, while its subtlety is less suited for formal events or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Lavender, Woody, Aromatic accords and Rose, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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