Ex Idolo 2018 EDP

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Love & Crime

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Ex Idolo Love & Crime is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Love & Crime opens with Mandarin and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Sugar Cane, Floral Notes, and Star Anise, and dries down to a base of Cacao Pod and Vanilla. Ex Idolo's Love & Crime carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

If Lira had a stronger, spicier, more chocolatey sibling that wasn't afraid to make a statement, it would be Love & Crime. This gourmand powerhouse is delicious, addictive, and divisive, with 'beast mode' performance that will either earn you compliments or headaches.
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  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
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Love & Crime Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Mandarin64%
Pink Pepper36%
Heartas listed
Sugar Cane44%
Star Anise32%
Floral Notes24%
Baseas listed
Vanilla56%
Cacao Pod44%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its nuclear projection and potent gourmand character make it unsuitable for an office setting, but perfect for dates or evening casual wear. While not traditionally formal, its luxurious depth could suit a bold formal statement, though certainly not for sports.

Ingredients and allergens

We don't have this fragrance's ingredient list yet.

About

Love & Crime opens with a vibrant burst of sugared mandarin, immediately followed by the intriguing warmth of pink pepper and star anise. This sweet, slightly spicy citrus accord mellows into a heart of rich, caramelised sugar and subtle floral notes. The dry-down truly shines, settling into a decadent blend of creamy vanilla and deep cacao, creating a comforting yet sophisticated gourmand trail that lingers for ages.

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