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Which Should You Buy?
If you're after a boozy apple pie in a bottle, Kismet Magic absolutely delivers; it's a stellar dupe, often outperforming its pricier inspiration and beloved for its festive, cozy vibe. However, be warned: that initial cognac blast can be a bit much for some, and a few find it a touch synthetic.
The Fragrance World UK's £4.95/30ml interpretation of Kilian Angel's Share (2020) - the pyramid maps the original's cognac opening, tonka bean heart, and vanilla dry-down. Liverpool dupe-house pricing on a recognisable smell-alike for casual rotation.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 6% |
| Floral | 1% | 1% |
| Fruity | 7% | 5% |
| Green | 0% | 0% |
| Sweet | 52% | 51% |
| Warm | 31% | 23% |
| Woody | 21% | 20% |
| Earthy | 6% | 8% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 0% | 2% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent boozy and sweet notes, combined with strong performance, make it too dominant for the office. However, it's perfect for dates and colder weather casual wear, offering a warm and inviting aura. It can work for formal events if applied lightly.
Seasons
The cognac-led opening and vanilla-anchored close mirror the original's seasonal range, though the budget composition fades faster than the Kilian bottle in heavier conditions.
Occasions
A budget interpretation that keeps the original's structure - the dupe reads cleaner and shorter, making it best suited to casual rotation rather than as a replacement for the Kilian signature.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Sweet, Vanilla accords and Cognac, Cinnamon notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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