Paradise Dreams For Women

Paradise Dreams bursts open with a holiday cocktail of citruses, mandarin, clementine, juicy red berries and a watery splash of watermelon - the carefree tropical signature of Britney Spears Island Fantasy (2013). A light floral heart of jasmine, violet and freesia keeps things bright before the scent settles onto a soft, clean base of musk and a faint sweetness of sugar cane. Perfume Parlour's reading captures that just-out-of-the-shower, fruity-aquatic fun very faithfully; the watermelon and citrus read juicy and uplifting, just as in the original. Because Island Fantasy was an EDT famous for poor longevity (often three to five hours, sometimes less), the dupe's similarly modest staying power feels like a fair trade rather than a real downgrade. The effect is youthful, easy and summery - a cheerful scent for beach days and warm afternoons. Best in spring and summer, it suits casual wear, sport and playful dates where its breezy energy fits right in.