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    Molecule 01 + Iris vs. 1979 New Wave

    Very similar
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    Is Molecule 01 + Iris better than 1979 New Wave?

    1979 New Wave wears longer on skin.

    Why this score
    Performance proximity
    Accord profile overlap
    Gender alignment
    Orris Root
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    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 Molecule 01 + Iris and 1979 New Wave?

    Key facts: Molecule 01 + Iris vs. 1979 New Wave
    Molecule 01 + Iris1979 New Wave
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20212020
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerGeza SchönDominique Ropion
    Best seasonSummerSpring

    Scent DNA

    How do Molecule 01 + Iris and 1979 New Wave smell?

    Molecule 01 + Iris

    Woody
    Iris
    Powdery
    Musky
    Amber
    Earthy

    1979 New Wave

    Green
    Woody
    Powdery
    Iris
    Aromatic
    Violet
    Fresh Spicy
    Aldehydic

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    What notes do Molecule 01 + Iris and 1979 New Wave share?

    Top
    Iris pallida absolute
    MintAldehydes
    Heart
    Orris Root
    Orris RootCedarwood
    Base
    Iso E Super
    SandalwoodMuskAmberwood

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    Which performs better, Molecule 01 + Iris or 1979 New Wave?

    Community verdict: Molecule 01 + Iris vs. 1979 New Wave
    Molecule 01 + Iris1979 New Wave
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    What do reviewers say about Molecule 01 + Iris and 1979 New Wave?

    This is a fragrance for people who already know what ISO-E-Super does. If you've worn Molecule 01 and wondered what Iris Pallida Absolute would do to it, that's exactly what this is.Molecule 01 + Iris
    Here's the thing about 1979 New Wave: it projects like a secret. The mint is crisp, the iris is powder-soft, and it stays close for a solid 6 to 8 hours. Clean enough for the office.1979 New Wave

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    About Molecule 01 + Iris vs. 1979 New Wave.