Ming Shu Fleur Rare Eau de Parfum bottle Ming Shu Fleur Rare
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1997 Year -
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Swiss Musk Eau de Parfum bottle Swiss Musk

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ming Shu Fleur Rare
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.
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Our Verdict - Swiss Musk
Potent and unapologetically powdery, Swiss Musk is a beast-mode scent that demands attention. Go easy on the trigger, or you'll fill a room with its distinctive, slightly polarising aroma.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1% 2%
Floral 41% 41%
Fruity 17% 8%
Green 10% 6%
Sweet 17% 17%
Warm 0% 1%
Woody 16% 19%
Earthy 3% 2%
Animalic 10% 9%
Fresh 23% 21%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ming Shu Fleur Rare EdP
Swiss Musk EdP

Notes

Accords

Ming Shu Fleur Rare Swiss Musk
100%
Floral
66%
52%
Woody
100%
93%
Fresh
61%
85%
White Floral
56%
76%
Aquatic
45%
Powdery
65%
52%
Musky
62%
Aldehydic
56%
Rose
54%
51%
Fruity
50%
Green
Aromatic
45%
Floral shared
100%
66%
Woody shared
52%
100%
Fresh shared
93%
61%
White Floral shared
85%
56%
76%
Powdery shared
45%
65%
Musky shared
52%
62%
56%
54%
51%
50%
45%

Performance

Ming Shu Fleur Rare Swiss Musk
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Ming Shu Fleur Rare

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Winter

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

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.

Swiss Musk

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Also Works:
Date Casual Formal

Its 'beast-mode' potency means a light hand is needed for most settings; otherwise, the strong sillage can be overwhelming. It leans away from casual or sport due to its rich, powdery character but could work for dates or formal events if applied subtly.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
93%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
92%
Accord
70%
Key Similarities

Both share Floral, Fresh, White Floral accords and Lily Of The Valley, Woody notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Ming Shu Fleur Rare
Swiss Musk
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