Le Bouquet de la Mariee
GuerlainExtrait de Parfum2015
Side by side
Le Bouquet de la Mariee vs. Istanbul
Is Le Bouquet de la Mariee better than Istanbul?
Istanbul projects louder.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
VanillaWhite MuskPink Pepper
white floralsweetpowderycitrusvanilla
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 Le Bouquet de la Mariee and Istanbul?
| Le Bouquet de la Mariee | Istanbul | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Extrait de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2015 | 2018 |
| Gender | Female | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Thierry Wasser | Sylvain Cara, Jorge Lee |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Le Bouquet de la Mariee and Istanbul smell?
Le Bouquet de la Mariee
Musky
White Floral
Sweet
Almond
Powdery
Citrus
Vanilla
Amber
Istanbul
Sweet
Citrus
Vanilla
White Floral
Fresh
Aromatic
Fruity
Green
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Le Bouquet de la Mariee and Istanbul share?
Top
AngelicaCitrusesPink Pepper
GrapesLemon TeaCitronCoriander
Heart
Orange BlossomAlmondRose
GeraniumNeroliPink PepperJasmine
Base
VanillaWhite MuskPatchouliIncense
MuskToffeeVanilla
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
Orange BlossomRose
GeraniumJasmine
Gourmandy Notes
Almond
Lemon TeaToffee
Spicy Notes
Pink Pepper
Pink PepperCoriander
Musk
White Musk
Musk
Oriental Notes
Vanilla
Vanilla
Where they fit
When and where do Le Bouquet de la Mariee and Istanbul work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Le Bouquet de la Mariee or Istanbul?
| Le Bouquet de la Mariee | Istanbul | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Le Bouquet de la Mariee and Istanbul?
Guerlain doesn't do subtle bridal. This is a fragrance that knows what it is and doesn't apologize for it, the almond and vanilla push sweetness to the edge of gourmand without tipping over.Le Bouquet de la Mariee
If you've ever been curious about why people compare this to Love Don't Be Shy, it's the toffee. Kilian's version feels polished, almost precious. This one leans into the grape, the coriander,.Istanbul
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