Michael
Michael KorsEau de Toilette2000
Side by side
Michael vs. Symbol Eau de Parfum
Is Michael better than Symbol Eau de Parfum?
Michael peaks in spring, while Symbol Eau de Parfum belongs to fall. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
Why this score
Accord profile overlap
Performance proximity
Mood overlap
TuberoseMuskIris
white floraltuberosepowderyanimaliciris
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 Michael and Symbol Eau de Parfum?
| Michael | Symbol Eau de Parfum | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Toilette | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2000 | 2019 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Laurent Le Guernec, Alain Alchenberger | Raphaël Haury |
| Best season | Spring | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Michael and Symbol Eau de Parfum smell?
Michael
White Floral
Tuberose
Floral
Musky
Powdery
Amber
Animalic
Iris
Symbol Eau de Parfum
White Floral
Tuberose
Powdery
Animalic
Iris
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Michael and Symbol Eau de Parfum share?
Top—
SyringaHoneysuckle
Heart
TuberoseArum LilyPeonyIrisOrris Root
JasmineTuberose
Base
Cashmere WoodMuskVetiver
IrisMuskWoody Notes
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
TuberosePeonyIrisOrris Root
JasmineIrisTuberoseHoneysuckle
Musk
Musk
Musk
Where they fit
When and where do Michael and Symbol Eau de Parfum work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Michael or Symbol Eau de Parfum?
| Michael | Symbol Eau de Parfum | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
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What do reviewers say about Michael and Symbol Eau de Parfum?
Tuberose this assertive isn't for the cautious. If that's your thing, and it should be, you'll find something here that works: lasting power, warmth that rewards proximity.Michael
Tuberose that doesn't flinch. Jasmine sambac with real backbone. This is white floral for people who want the flower, not the apology. Powder and musk hold it close, never loud, always certain.Symbol Eau de Parfum
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