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Which Should You Buy?
A tropical twist on the classic blue fragrance, Polo Deep Blue is a juicy, aquatic crowd-pleaser. While some rave about its stellar performance and unique mango note, others find it fades too fast or is a bit too generic for their taste. It's a love-it-or-find-it-just-okay situation.
This YSL Y dupe is a bit of a mixed bag. Many claim it's a dead ringer, especially after maceration, while others find it a synthetic mess with dire performance. It's a cheap thrill for YSL Y fans, but don't expect miracles.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 18% | 21% |
| Floral | 10% | 7% |
| Fruity | 13% | 11% |
| Green | 19% | 16% |
| Sweet | 8% | 14% |
| Warm | 3% | 9% |
| Woody | 16% | 18% |
| Earthy | 6% | 6% |
| Animalic | 6% | 7% |
| Fresh | 38% | 28% |
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 summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, aquatic, and aromatic profile is versatile enough for daily wear. While some reviewers note strong performance, others call it a skin scent, making it lean towards casual and date settings, though it's still appropriate for a non-stuffy office. The tropical mango makes it less ideal for formal events.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and mass-appealing scent profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, as many reviews suggest. However, inconsistent performance reports mean it might not last for long events, bringing down its formal and date night scores.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Woody accords and Geranium, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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