Exceptional Lady EDP

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Reef 19 EDP

Reef Perfumes  
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F Gender U
2020 Year -
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Exceptional Lady EDP
Exceptional Lady chases By Kilian Good Girl Gone Bad Eau Fraiche, keeping the dewy, watery white-floral character of rose, jasmine and tuberose over clean musk, but the dupe renders it flatter and skin-closer, missing the original's sparkling transparency and refined floral lift.
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Our Verdict - Reef 19 EDP
Reef 19 is a straightforward, clean musk-floral that does exactly what it says on the tin. While it won't break new ground, it's a solid, understated choice for daily wear, with surprising unisex appeal.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Exceptional Lady EDP
Reef 19 EDP

Notes

Only in Exceptional Lady
Rose 53% Orange Blossom 47%
Only in Reef 19
Lily Of The Valley 100%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 35% vs 100%
Only in Exceptional Lady
Tuberose 33% Aquatic 31%
Shared Notes
Musk 100% vs 100%

Accords

Exceptional Lady Reef 19
50%
Musky
100%
90%
Floral
White Floral
85%
70%
Fresh
54%
Powdery
65%
60%
Aquatic
Green
45%
Musky shared
50%
100%
Floral
90%
White Floral
85%
Fresh shared
70%
54%
Powdery
65%
Aquatic
60%
Green
45%

Performance

Exceptional Lady Reef 19
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Exceptional Lady

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

The dewy, watery florals are built for spring and summer freshness and feel thin in cold weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

Clean and elegant, it suits office, casual and date wear in warmer months.

Reef 19

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its moderate sillage and clean, fresh profile make it particularly well-suited for the office or casual day-to-day wear. The lack of strong projection keeps it from being ideal for formal events or a romantic date.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean fresh, musky

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Exceptional Lady EDP
Reef 19 EDP
Lowest Upfront £11.00 Perfume Parlour - 30ml Buy Best Value £32.00 Perfume Parlour - 100ml - £0.32/ml Buy
Wide selection Amazon UK Prime delivery often available Check price on → Lowest Upfront £42.99 Emirates Oud - 100ml Buy Best Value £42.99 Emirates Oud - 100ml - £0.43/ml Buy
13.00ml
Perfume Parlour Cheapest 13ml £0.54/ml £7.00 Buy
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15.00ml
Not available
Notino Cheapest 15ml £1.31/ml £19.70 Buy Emirates Oud £1.47/ml £21.99 Buy
30.00ml
Perfume Parlour £0.37/ml £11.00 Buy
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50.00ml
Perfume Parlour Cheapest 50ml £0.36/ml £18.00 Buy
Not available
100.00ml
Perfume Parlour £0.32/ml £32.00 Buy
Emirates Oud £0.43/ml £42.99 Buy Notino £0.53/ml £53.20 Buy
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