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Which Should You Buy?
This one is a real head-scratcher and polarising, Andromeda conjures up visions of either luxurious alien fruit or a cheap air freshener. It delivers beast longevity, but whether that's a good thing depends entirely on your nose - sample before you commit, obviously.
A divisive yet iconic 'love-it-or-hate-it' classic from Brazilian perfumery. The original formulation was a powerhouse, now Kriska offers a more wearable version of its fruity, powdery floral charm, though some miss the vintage strength.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 3% |
| Floral | 32% | 32% |
| Fruity | 13% | 15% |
| Green | 12% | 10% |
| Sweet | 32% | 30% |
| Warm | 6% | 9% |
| Woody | 9% | 10% |
| Earthy | 4% | 7% |
| Animalic | 5% | 6% |
| Fresh | 13% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and remarkable longevity, Andromeda is best for casual wear and dates where you want to make an impression. It might be a bit too much for a professional office setting, and its fruity-sweet nature doesn't quite fit formal events or active sports.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and spring.
Occasions
While the original was a beast, the modern Kriska maintains good projection suitable for evenings and dates, but its sweetness and floral power could be overwhelming in an office setting. The fruity-vanilla profile makes it suitable for relaxed socialising but less so for formal or active situations.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, White Floral, Sweet accords and Rose, Peach notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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