Dark Kiss Eau de Parfum bottle Dark Kiss
Edp Concentration Edp
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- Year 2010
£ Price Tier ££
Queen of Hearts Eau de Parfum bottle Queen of Hearts

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Dark Kiss
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Queen of Hearts
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Dark Kiss
This one's a divisive throwback. Some absolutely adore its sweet, dark fruitiness and mysterious edge, finding it surprisingly potent for a Bath & Body Works offering. Others find it overwhelmingly sweet, like 'cough syrup' or 'berry yogurt,' lacking the sophistication they sought.
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Our Verdict - Queen of Hearts
This unpretentious celebrity scent packs a punch far above its price tag, delivering a warm, spicy hug that’s perfect for autumn and winter. Despite some divisive opinions on its opening, the drydown is an undeniable triumph, a sophisticated blend that belies its budget status.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6% 10%
Floral 21% 17%
Fruity 14% 22%
Green 5% 7%
Sweet 28% 28%
Warm 18% 18%
Woody 9% 5%
Earthy 11% 11%
Animalic 10% 8%
Fresh 9% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Dark Kiss EdP
Queen of Hearts EdP

Notes

Accords

Dark Kiss Queen of Hearts
100%
Amber
100%
82%
Fruity
71%
45%
Warm Spicy
80%
60%
Sweet
55%
60%
Vanilla
58%
Balsamic
56%
58%
Smoky
54%
Cinnamon
58%
Patchouli
52%
51%
Musky
51%
Powdery
Woody
51%
48%
Rose
Amber shared
100%
100%
Fruity shared
82%
71%
Warm Spicy shared
45%
80%
Sweet shared
60%
55%
60%
Balsamic shared
58%
56%
Smoky shared
58%
54%
58%
52%
51%
51%
51%
48%

Performance

Dark Kiss Queen of Hearts
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Dark Kiss

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its strong, sweet, and musky profile, which many reviews mention as long-lasting and noticeable, makes it less suitable for office wear. However, these same qualities, particularly the 'sexy' and 'seductive' aspects highlighted by users, position it perfectly for dates and evening casual outings.

Queen of Hearts

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate sillage and warm spice make it better suited for evening and cooler weather, fitting for dates or casual outings. While some found it office-appropriate if lightly applied, its inviting depth might be too much for formal or active settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
87%
Accord
70%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Fruity accords and Musk, Amber notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Dark Kiss
Queen of Hearts
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