Desire II
The Dua Brand2018
Side by side
Desire II vs. Cruz del Sur II
Is Desire II better than Cruz del Sur II?
Cruz del Sur II rates higher with the community.
Why this score
Accord profile overlap
Performance proximity
Shared notes
MangoMuskApple BlossomPineappleGuavaVetiverViolet LeafBlackcurrantDried Fruits
fruitytropicalsweetfloralfresh
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 Desire II and Cruz del Sur II?
| Desire II | Cruz del Sur II | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | — | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2018 | 2017 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Best season | Spring | Summer |
Scent DNA
How do Desire II and Cruz del Sur II smell?
Desire II
Fruity
Tropical
Sweet
Floral
Fresh
Cruz del Sur II
Fruity
Sweet
Tropical
Lactonic
Woody
Citrus
Fresh
Green
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Desire II and Cruz del Sur II share?
Top
MangoPineappleGuavaBlackcurrantDried Fruits
MangoGuavaPineappleApple Blossom
Heart
Floral bouquetApple BlossomViolet Leaf
BlackcurrantExotic floral notesViolet Leaf
Base
MuskCedarwoodVetiver
MilkDried FruitsMuskVetiverSicilian CedarCedar
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Fruity Notes
MangoPineappleGuavaBlackcurrant
BlackcurrantMangoGuavaPineapple
Floral Notes
Floral bouquetApple Blossom
Exotic floral notesApple Blossom
Green Notes
VetiverViolet Leaf
Violet LeafVetiver
Woody Notes
Cedarwood
Sicilian CedarCedar
Musk
Musk
Musk
Where they fit
When and where do Desire II and Cruz del Sur II work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Desire II or Cruz del Sur II?
| Desire II | Cruz del Sur II | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Desire II and Cruz del Sur II?
Desire II delivers where it matters: tropical richness without the luxury markup. Mango and pineapple lead the charge, but cedarwood and vetiver keep things interesting in the drydown.Desire II
The name Southern Cross promises a voyage, and this fragrance delivers one. Tropical sweetness upfront, yes, but the blackcurrant and violet leaf heart prevents it from becoming a beach candle.Cruz del Sur II
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