Is SMEL. Libre a dupe of Yves Saint Laurent Libre?
Libre EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDT |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2021 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Libre EDT
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Libre
- Libre
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Which Should You Buy?
A radiant, breezy take on the Libre DNA, this Eau de Toilette brims with sparkling citrus, creamy white florals, and a signature lavender twist. Effortless and luminous, it is the essence of modern feminine freedom.
Copycat's Libre gives the lavender-vanilla contrast that defines YSL's original, but the orange blossom heart is quieter and the vanilla base lands sweeter and simpler than the real Libre's fresher, more androgynous balance.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Its airy citrus and white floral profile, accented with tea and lavender, makes it ideal for spring and summer freshness. The subtle musk and vanilla allow limited autumn wear, but the light character lacks the depth for winter.
Occasions
The moderate projection and clean, luminous vibe make it perfect for daytime, office, and casual settings. Its softness and freshness are inviting for dates but too delicate for formal or athletic occasions.
Seasons
The warm lavender-vanilla base suits cooler months, where the sweetness feels cosy rather than cloying.
Occasions
Confident and sensual, it works best for evenings, dates and casual wear rather than formal or office settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 6 of its 9 notes, including Mandarin, Orange Blossom, Jasmine
Adds bergamot and jasmine tea, drops blackcurrant and cedar
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