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Melting Lust vs French Defense

Melting Lust and French Defense share 4 of their 20 notes (20%). Both came out in 2023.

At a glance

Melting LustFrench Defense
BrandEmil ÉliseMind Games
Release year20232023
Rating
8.0/10100+ votes
8.0/10500+ votes
Longevity
7.5/10
8.0/10
Sillage
7.5/10
7.5/10

When to wear

Seasons
Melting LustFrench Defense
Autumn37%35%
Winter34%32%
Spring20%25%
Summer9%8%
Occasions
Melting LustFrench Defense
Nighttime28%29%
Evening27%30%
Casual21%22%
Daytime13%11%
Office9%8%

Notes

4 of 20 notes in both (20%)

Only in Melting Lust

  • Benzoin
  • Rum
  • Elemi resin
  • Peru balsam
  • Gaiac wood
  • Lavender
  • Moss
  • Musk

In both

  • Cherry(Cherry / Black cherry)
  • Rose(Rose / Rose absolute)
  • Patchouli
  • Amber

Only in French Defense

  • Cognac
  • Saffron
  • Chamomile
  • Blond woods
  • Mimosa
  • Geranium(Madagascan geranium)
  • Cedar(Cedarwood)
  • Violet leaf

Accords

  1. Floral: Melting Lust, French Defense
  2. Fruity: Melting Lust, French Defense
  3. Sweet: Melting Lust, French Defense
  4. Gourmand: Melting Lust, French Defense
  5. Spicy: Melting Lust, French Defense
  6. Creamy: Melting Lust
  7. Woody: French Defense

Frequently asked questions

Which one lasts longer?

Their longevity is about the same: 7.5/10 for Melting Lust, 8.0/10 for French Defense.

Which one projects more?

Their sillage is about the same: 7.5/10 for Melting Lust, 7.5/10 for French Defense.

Which one suits winter better?

Both suit winter about equally: winter gets 34% of the season votes for Melting Lust and 32% for French Defense.

Which one is rated higher?

Both are rated 8.0/10.

Which notes do they share?

Notes found in both: Cherry (Cherry / Black cherry), Rose (Rose / Rose absolute), Patchouli, Amber.

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