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    Durban Jane vs. Soie Malaquais

    Clearly related
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    Soie Malaquais rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin, while Durban Jane projects louder.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Durban Jane vs. Soie Malaquais
    Durban JaneSoie Malaquais
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20192022
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerCeline BarelMarie Salamagne
    Best seasonFallWinter

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Durban Jane

    Woody
    Powdery
    Iris
    Musky
    Soft Spicy
    Floral
    Warm Spicy

    Soie Malaquais

    Cacao
    Fruity
    Warm Spicy
    Rose
    Floral
    Nutty
    Balsamic
    Citrus

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    AmbrettePink Pepper
    BlackcurrantBergamot
    Heart
    IrisLabdanumOrange Blossom
    RoseSilk
    Base
    CedarwoodSandalwood
    ChestnutCocoaVanilla

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Durban Jane vs. Soie Malaquais
    Durban JaneSoie Malaquais
    Score3.5/54/5
    Longevity2-4 hours4-6 hours
    Sillagestrongmoderate

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    Real talk

    It's not for those who want to announce themselves. This is quiet confidence. One reviewer called it 'the scent of a yoga instructor.' The sandalwood leans more fresh than creamy. It stays close.Durban Jane
    This is a sophisticated, feminine scent that leans into contrast. The blackcurrant opening is assertive, but the silk and rose heart keeps it graceful.Soie Malaquais