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    Citrus Paradisi Cologne vs. Orange Spice

    Very similar
    New comparison

    Orange Spice wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Citrus Paradisi Cologne vs. Orange Spice
    Citrus Paradisi CologneOrange Spice
    ConcentrationCologne—
    Launched20001950
    GenderUnisexMale
    PerfumerJohn StephenJames Henry Creed
    Best seasonSummerFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Citrus Paradisi Cologne

    Citrus
    Aromatic
    Fresh Spicy
    Warm Spicy
    Mossy
    Earthy
    Green
    Woody

    Orange Spice

    Citrus
    Amber
    Warm Spicy
    Animalic
    Fresh Spicy

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    GrapefruitGreen NotesSpicy Notes
    Mandarin OrangeBergamot
    Heart
    OakmossCorianderBlack Pepper
    Neroli
    Base
    PatchouliAmber
    AmbergrisSpicy Notes

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Citrus Paradisi Cologne vs. Orange Spice
    Citrus Paradisi CologneOrange Spice
    Score3.5/53.5/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Here's the thing about grapefruit in perfume, it vanishes fast. Czech & Speake built this one around that problem, anchoring the citrus to oakmoss and patchouli until the brightness actually stays.Citrus Paradisi Cologne
    The citrus-ambergris balance is a defining characteristic. Warm enough to pull you in. Animalic enough to leave a mark. Some fragrances try too hard. This one just knows what it is.Orange Spice