Rika
AjmalEau de Parfum2010
Side by side
Rika vs. Plum Blossom (2017)
Is Rika better than Plum Blossom (2017)?
Rika projects louder.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
MuskSandalwood
floralfreshwoody
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Rika and Plum Blossom (2017)?
| Rika | Plum Blossom (2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Cologne |
| Launched | 2010 | 2017 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | — | Fabrice Pellegrin |
| Best season | Fall | Spring |
Scent DNA
How do Rika and Plum Blossom (2017) smell?
Rika
Floral
Rose
Fresh
Powdery
Anis
Woody
Musky
Citrus
Plum Blossom (2017)
Floral
Fruity
Fresh
White Floral
Sweet
Woody
Yellow Floral
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Rika and Plum Blossom (2017) share?
Top
Star AniseBergamot
—Heart
PeonyMagnoliaPeach
Plum BlossomJasmineYlang-Ylang
Base
RoseMuskSandalwood
White MuskSandalwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Rika or Plum Blossom (2017)?
| Rika | Plum Blossom (2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Rika and Plum Blossom (2017)?
The star anise opening is either immediately compelling or quietly divisive. On skin that takes to it, the anise clears in minutes and what's left is pure, warm floral.Rika
Some people find Jo Malone too restrained. Plum Blossom is the one that might change their minds, the yellow plum opening has a tart bite that cuts clean through the delicacy.Plum Blossom (2017)
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