True Religion 2008 EDT
True Religion
True Religion True Religion is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2008, created by Rodrigo Flores-Roux. True Religion opens with Red Currant, Bergamot, Mandarin, and Violet Leaf, settles into a heart of White Amaryllis, Freesia, and Plum, and dries down to a base of Amber, Cedar, and Hinoki Wood. True Religion's True Religion carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.
This one's a mixed bag. Plenty of people rave about its fresh, clean vibe, seeing it as an uplifting dupe for D&G Light Blue. But just as many find it underwhelming, fleeting, or even a bit too masculine. Definitely try before you buy, as skin chemistry is a big player here.What our verdicts mean →
- Clean
- Fresh
- Relaxed
- Modern
- Subtle
Scent Profile
Composition
Timeline
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
Mood
When To Wear
Best Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and autumn.
Best Occasions
Its light, fresh, and often subtle sillage makes it great for casual wear, office environments, and even sport. The lack of strong projection and generally non-sultry character mean it's not ideal for formal events or prominent date nights, where a more impactful scent is often preferred.
Declarable allergens
We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.
Declarable under EU Annex III
- Bergamot
The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this
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