Libertine
Contradictions in ILKEau de Parfum2020
Side by side
Libertine vs. Realist
Is Libertine better than Realist?
Libertine peaks in fall, while Realist belongs to spring. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
RoseAmber
woodycitrusfresh spicy
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 Libertine and Realist?
| Libertine | Realist | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2020 | 2020 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Martin Gras | Mylène Alran |
| Best season | Fall | Spring |
Scent DNA
How do Libertine and Realist smell?
Libertine
Woody
Citrus
Animalic
Rose
Warm Spicy
Beeswax
Leather
Honey
Realist
Citrus
Aromatic
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Green
Marine
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Libertine and Realist share?
Top
Bitter OrangeBeeswaxCognac
LemonBergamotYuzuBlack Pepper
Heart
RoseCuminSaffronOrange Blossom
PetitgrainAquatic NotesBlack TeaCedarRose
Base
LeatherAmber
VetiverHinoki WoodIncenseAmberImmortelle
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Citric Notes
Bitter Orange
LemonPetitgrainBergamotYuzu
Floral Notes
RoseOrange Blossom
RoseImmortelle
Spicy Notes
CuminSaffron
Black Pepper
Amber
Amber
Amber
Where they fit
When and where do Libertine and Realist work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Libertine or Realist?
| Libertine | Realist | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
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What do reviewers say about Libertine and Realist?
Libertine occupies a curious middle ground: fruity enough to be playful, chypre enough to mean business. The tropical sweetness never fully takes over.Libertine
Realist doesn't dilute itself to be liked. The citrus opening is confrontational, yuzu and bergamot that smell like clean air, not perfume. The black tea drydown rewards the wearer's patience.Realist
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