Charlie
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1973 | Year | 1978 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Florissa
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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive yet iconic, the original Charlie is a green, white floral chypre with old-school aldehydes. It's cheap and cheerful, but some find it a dated headache-inducer. Definitely sample it first, because this one isn't for everyone.
Florissa is a proper '70s floral aldehyde that splits the crowd. Some find it a calming, dewy Edwardian garden, whilst others get a headache from the
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 1% |
| Floral | 36% | 25% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 18% | 26% |
| Sweet | 16% | 11% |
| Warm | 7% | 1% |
| Woody | 12% | 11% |
| Earthy | 12% | 12% |
| Animalic | 6% | 5% |
| Fresh | 17% | 28% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Charlie's strong sillage and aldehydes might be too much for a closed office, and it's not well-suited for formal events or sport. However, its 'independent woman' vibe makes it great for casual wear and dates, as long as it's applied sparingly and allowed to settle.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Given its potent aldehydes and classic floral-aldehyde profile, Florissa isn't an everyday office scent; a light hand is essential. It performs well for casual outings or formal events where its unique character can shine, and its vintage appeal makes it intriguing for a date.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Fresh, White Floral accords and Lily Of The Valley, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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