Ming Shu Fleur Rare
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1997 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Ginza Murasaki
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This YR classic is a divisive aquatic floral, either a watery dream or a sharp, uninspired mess. Expect gentle peace or a 'meh' experience, depending on your nose.
This flanker to the original Ginza is a crowd-pleasing fruity floral that some find a bit generic but is adored by many for its uplifting, feminine charm. Safe yet surprisingly captivating.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 2% |
| Floral | 41% | 31% |
| Fruity | 17% | 18% |
| Green | 10% | 8% |
| Sweet | 17% | 23% |
| Warm | 0% | 5% |
| Woody | 16% | 20% |
| Earthy | 3% | 1% |
| Animalic | 10% | 7% |
| Fresh | 23% | 19% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh and clean aquatic floral profile makes it suitable for office wear and casual settings, especially given its often-reported moderate to weak sillage. While some find longer longevity, its typically delicate nature prevents it from overpowering, making it versatile for everyday use.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, inoffensive fruity-floral profile makes it ideal for casual wear and the office, where it's considered pleasant and appropriate. While it has good initial projection, its moderate sillage in the drydown keeps it from being overwhelming for dates or enclosed spaces. It’s less suited for formal events due to its playful fruitiness and not for sport as it leans too elegant.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Woody, Fruity accords and Jasmine, Apple notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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