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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | - |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Lilac
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Which Should You Buy?
Seriously, if you're not swimming in cash, prepare for heartbreak. Roja 51 is a masterpiece of blend and luxury, but its frustratingly subtle performance has many questioning the price tag. It's a gorgeous, intimate scent, but be warned: you'll want to drown in it, and it won't always let you.
Roja Dove's Lilac is a beautifully composed floral that isn't quite a true lilac soliflore. While some find it a sublime, enhanced lilac, others are left scratching their heads wondering where the actual lilac scent is hiding. Don't go blind buying this expecting a pure lilac experience.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 29% | 30% |
| Floral | 31% | 28% |
| Fruity | 8% | 7% |
| Green | 8% | 5% |
| Sweet | 23% | 21% |
| Warm | 9% | 10% |
| Woody | 8% | 10% |
| Earthy | 4% | 6% |
| Animalic | 4% | 2% |
| Fresh | 18% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its subtle sillage makes it appropriate for office wear, while its luxurious and romantic scent profile, heavy on white and yellow florals and soft woods, makes it ideal for dates and formal events. The poor longevity is mentioned by many, suggesting it's best for occasions where the scent need not last all day or project across a room.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its soft projection and elegant floral-powdery character make it ideal for formal events and office wear, where it won't overpower. The subtle sillage noted by reviewers makes it less suitable for casual or sport settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Woody, White Floral accords and Orris, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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