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Which Should You Buy?
This is Prada's clean-cut Iris and Cedar, a divisive scent that some adore for its sophisticated cleanliness and quiet luxury, whilst others find it too austere, powdery, or even plain. If you appreciate the brand's 'soapy' DNA, this is a must-try. Just be aware of the ongoing name and formulation drama online.
This Comme des Garçons collaboration is a divisive beast: some hail it as a cheap niche gem, a love-letter to violet and woods. Others find it a confused, synthetic mess. It's a proper either-you-get-it-or-you-don't situation.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 8% | 4% |
| Floral | 27% | 25% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 3% | 8% |
| Sweet | 17% | 12% |
| Warm | 13% | 15% |
| Woody | 27% | 28% |
| Earthy | 17% | 18% |
| Animalic | 2% | 0% |
| Fresh | 10% | 13% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, inoffensive profile and moderate projection make it ideal for office and casual wear. The elegant blend also suits formal settings, though it might lack the 'wow' factor for a date night. Reviews consistently highlight its suitability for work and daily wear, rarely mentioning sport.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Its moderate longevity and sillage mean it can work for casual or date settings without being overpowering. The unique, somewhat 'challenging' opening and woody, earthy drydown make it less suited for formal or office environments, where a more universally appealing scent is often preferred.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Powdery, Violet Floral accords and Iris, Neroli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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