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A budget interpretation of Mind Games Lionora. The juicy passionfruit-and-apricot opening over warm tonka comes through, but this dupe runs sweeter and flatter than the original extrait, trading Lionora's velvety osmanthus depth and phenomenal longevity for a cheerier, more linear fruity-tonka glow.
This is a love-it-or-hate-it tropical rose. Some adore its juicy, tart fruitiness blended with a fresh rose, finding it a sophisticated summer scent. Others are repulsed by what they describe as a screechy, synthetic, or even nauseating concoction.
Scent Profile
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Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The warm, creamy tonka-and-fruit character suits cool autumn and winter wear and milder spring days more than peak summer heat.
Occasions
Its sweet, sensual, slightly gourmand profile is made for dates and evenings; a little too rich and playful for the formal office or sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its strong, often tart and sweet profile makes it more suitable for casual and date settings, where its vibrancy can shine. While some might deem it wearable for the office due to its "freshness," its considerable sillage and polarizing nature could be too distracting for a professional environment. Its vivaciousness makes it a good fit for general casual wear and even light sport.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean fruity, sweet, floral
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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