Amethyst Exquise
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2010 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Play It Spicy
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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive sister to the original Amethyst, this 'night elixir' pushes berries into boozy, syrupy territory. Expect rich fruit, but be warned, some noses find the opening a bit rough around the edges.
Play It Spicy promises a spark but delivers a sweet, fizzy cocktail that's more "fun synthetic" than fiery. It's a divisive cheapie, with some finding it surprisingly appealing for the price, while others are left underwhelmed by its fleeting performance and lack of genuine spice.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 2% |
| Floral | 37% | 21% |
| Fruity | 24% | 28% |
| Green | 4% | 3% |
| Sweet | 40% | 40% |
| Warm | 6% | 10% |
| Woody | 7% | 9% |
| Earthy | 2% | 3% |
| Animalic | 4% | 2% |
| Fresh | 4% | 9% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and syrupy sweetness make it less suitable for office wear, but ideal for dates and evening events. The rich, dark berry and woody accords lend themselves well to cooler weather and dressier occasions.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweet and fruity nature, combined with generally poor longevity, makes it best suited for casual wear where reapplication is easy. It's too light and youthful for formal events, and just about acceptable for a casual date or an office setting if applied subtly.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Sweet, Floral accords and Sandalwood, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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