The Forward
Mind GamesEau de Parfum2023
Side by side
The Forward vs. Colette X Vilhelm
Is The Forward better than Colette X Vilhelm?
The Forward rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
Sandalwood
citruswoodysaltysweet
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 The Forward and Colette X Vilhelm?
| The Forward | Colette X Vilhelm | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | — |
| Launched | 2023 | 2016 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Nathalie Benareau | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do The Forward and Colette X Vilhelm smell?
The Forward
Citrus
Vanilla
Woody
Powdery
Salty
Sweet
Amber
Aromatic
Colette X Vilhelm
Sweet
Salty
Citrus
Coconut
Fruity
Woody
Marine
Leather
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do The Forward and Colette X Vilhelm share?
Top—
Coconut WaterGrapefruit
Heart
SaltTonka BeanJasmine"Jasmine
Tobacco FlowerBlack Fig
Base
VanillaSandalwoodCashmeran
LeatherSalty NotesSandalwood
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, The Forward or Colette X Vilhelm?
| The Forward | Colette X Vilhelm | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about The Forward and Colette X Vilhelm?
The Forward plays a clever game. That salt note in the heart is not a gimmick, it actually makes the honey citrus and vanilla work harder, feel more interesting than they would alone.The Forward
Here's the thing about Colette X Vilhelm: it smells like a concept store should. Forward, a little unexpected, with enough warmth underneath to keep it from feeling cold.Colette X Vilhelm
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