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Which Should You Buy?
If you crave the cheerful, addictive sweetness of La Vie Est Belle without the designer price, this is an impressively rich and wearable alternative that easily draws compliments and lifts the mood.
The Essence Vault's interpretation of Lancome's La Vie Est Belle (2012) - Olivier Polge, Anne Flipo and Dominique Ropion's iris-praline gourmand-floral, here in a portable rollerball reading with the iris-praline-patchouli spine still legible. Honest dupe-fidelity for purse-carry and touch-up wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 10% |
| Floral | 29% | 65% |
| Fruity | 14% | 45% |
| Green | 6% | 10% |
| Sweet | 44% | 95% |
| Warm | 9% | 60% |
| Woody | 5% | 35% |
| Earthy | 11% | 25% |
| Animalic | 2% | 10% |
| Fresh | 9% | 15% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The luscious praline, vanilla and tonka bean lend a rich, cozy warmth that shines in cooler months, while the juicy pear and floral heart keep it lively for spring. In summer, the sweetness may become too dense in heat.
Occasions
Its bold, sweet sillage is perfect for dates, nights out and special occasions, though it can be a bit much for sporty or very close office settings unless applied lightly.
Seasons
Sweet praline-vanilla-iris reads warmest in autumn and winter; spring acceptable but summer the gourmand depth feels heavy.
Occasions
Casual-feminine signature ideal for date, casual, and evening; rollerball is purse-carry-friendly so versatile across day situations.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Powdery, Fruity accords and Blackcurrant, Pear notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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