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1 Million Royal Parfum bottle 1 Million Royal Parfum
Parfum Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2023 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Penultimate Letter II Eau de Parfum bottle Penultimate Letter II EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - 1 Million Royal Parfum
A spicy, resinous powerhouse that takes the 1 Million DNA into richer, more mature territory. Royal is for those who want to be noticed and leave a commanding, seductive trail.
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Our Verdict - Penultimate Letter II EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Y Le Parfum - YSL - a aromatic fragrance led by Grapefruit, Ginger, Aldehydes, with citrus depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
1 Million Royal Parfum
Penultimate Letter II EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lavender 39% vs 33%
Sage 30% vs 28%
Only in 1 Million Royal
Violet Leaf 30%
Only in Penultimate Letter II
Geranium 38%
Shared Notes
Cedar 33% vs 23%
Patchouli 29% vs 30%
Only in 1 Million Royal
Benzoin 37%
Only in Penultimate Letter II
Frankincense 27% Tonka Bean 19%

Accords

1 Million Royal Penultimate Letter II
95%
Warm Spicy
66%
75%
Aromatic
90%
60%
Citrus
78%
70%
Amber
60%
Woody
42%
Fruity
54%
30%
Herbal
Warm Spicy shared
95%
66%
Aromatic shared
75%
90%
Citrus shared
60%
78%
70%
Woody shared
60%
42%
54%
30%

Performance

1 Million Royal Penultimate Letter II
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

1 Million Royal

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The spicy warmth and resinous-ambery base make this ideal for cooler weather, especially fall and winter. Bright citrus and aromatic notes allow some versatility for spring, but the richness can overwhelm in high summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Bold projection and sweet, spicy character make this best for nights out, dates, or formal events where you want to stand out. Too assertive for sporty or conservative office settings.

Penultimate Letter II

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Best in spring and summer - the aromatic, citrus profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Keep it for casual and daily - the aromatic accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, aromatic, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

1 Million Royal Parfum
Penultimate Letter II EDP
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