Red Fig
Monotheme Venezia2018
Side by side
Red Fig vs. Byzantium
Is Red Fig better than Byzantium?
Red Fig peaks in summer, while Byzantium belongs to winter. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
Musk
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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 Red Fig and Byzantium?
| Red Fig | Byzantium | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | — | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 2018 | 2016 |
| Gender | Female | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Serge Majoullier | — |
| Best season | Summer | Winter |
Scent DNA
How do Red Fig and Byzantium smell?
Red Fig
Fruity
Green
Sweet
Woody
Musky
Tropical
Byzantium
Vanilla
Almond
Sweet
Powdery
Honey
Amber
Nutty
Floral
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Red Fig and Byzantium share?
Top
Green NotesLitchi
AlmondCinnamonMimosa
Heart
FigJasmine
HeliotropeHoneyBlack Rose
Base
Musk
VanillaWhite MuskCacao PodLabdanumPeru BalsamOud
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Red Fig or Byzantium?
| Red Fig | Byzantium | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Red Fig and Byzantium?
Green and dewy at first, then quietly creamy as the fig and jasmine bloom. The musk drydown keeps things civilized for close encounters. A no-fuss summer option that smells expensive without trying.Red Fig
This is one of the more interesting budget-orientals available. The almond-cinnamon opening has more character than you might expect from the brand. The drydown with cocoa and oud is where it earns.Byzantium
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