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Sternanis
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Sternanis
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The pyramid is nonsense. This is a dupe of Armani - Code pour Femme.
When I bought it (blind), I didn't know "Code" yet - after testing it, it's clearly a dupe, although not identical.
It starts citrus-fresh and quickly transitions into floral notes - especially orange blossom and a light jasmine note that reminds me a lot of "Alien," but much softer. It lasts about 3-4 hours on my skin (it lasts a bit longer on clothing), and unfortunately, the base is quite weak and smells rather interchangeable "creamy."
But for fans of white florals, it is definitely a pleasant alternative or complement to the original, suitable for warmer weather or for everyday wear when it shouldn't be too overpowering. The scent intensity is more akin to an EdC to EdT than an EdP, and it's affordable, making it hard to overapply.
Conclusion:
A nice orange blossom scent with a shallow cream base for daytime wear, which unfortunately is shorter-lived than its predecessor. However, it's affordable and suitable for summer, especially since the base isn't too heavy.
The small bottle (see photo below) fits well in a handbag, and you can reapply on the go when the scent fades.
When I bought it (blind), I didn't know "Code" yet - after testing it, it's clearly a dupe, although not identical.
It starts citrus-fresh and quickly transitions into floral notes - especially orange blossom and a light jasmine note that reminds me a lot of "Alien," but much softer. It lasts about 3-4 hours on my skin (it lasts a bit longer on clothing), and unfortunately, the base is quite weak and smells rather interchangeable "creamy."
But for fans of white florals, it is definitely a pleasant alternative or complement to the original, suitable for warmer weather or for everyday wear when it shouldn't be too overpowering. The scent intensity is more akin to an EdC to EdT than an EdP, and it's affordable, making it hard to overapply.
Conclusion:
A nice orange blossom scent with a shallow cream base for daytime wear, which unfortunately is shorter-lived than its predecessor. However, it's affordable and suitable for summer, especially since the base isn't too heavy.
The small bottle (see photo below) fits well in a handbag, and you can reapply on the go when the scent fades.
Updated on 01/19/2020
