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    Side by side

    Iris Suprema vs. L’Explicite

    Clearly related
    New comparison

    Iris Suprema rates higher with the community, while L’Explicite wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Iris Suprema vs. L’Explicite
    Iris SupremaL’Explicite
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20242025
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerCristian Calabrò
    Best seasonSpringFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Iris Suprema

    Powdery
    Woody
    Violet
    Iris
    Citrus
    Lavender
    Aromatic
    Earthy

    L’Explicite

    Sweet
    Fruity
    Powdery
    Musky
    Tropical
    Yellow Floral
    Violet
    Warm Spicy

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    BergamotMandarin Orange
    Ylang-YlangLemon
    Heart
    Violet LeafOrris RootLavender
    Banana breadSpicy NotesPeanut Butter
    Base
    VetiverCedarMusk
    MuskAmberViolet

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Iris Suprema vs. L’Explicite
    Iris SupremaL’Explicite
    Score3.5/53/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatestrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Portuguese iris at a price that doesn't make you flinch. Most fragrances at this price point lean safe or synthetic, Iris Suprema actually commits to the powder, the violet, the quiet woody drydown.Iris Suprema
    This is a bakery suddenly expanding into a spice market. Ylang-ylang and lemon grab attention fast, but banana bread and peanut butter take over and refuse to let go.L’Explicite