Istanbul
Unique'e LuxuryEau de Parfum2018
Side by side
Istanbul vs. Love Is Lost
Is Istanbul better than Love Is Lost?
Istanbul rates higher with the community.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
GeraniumNeroliVanillaJasmine
citrusvanillawhite floralaromaticfresh spicypowdery
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 Istanbul and Love Is Lost?
| Istanbul | Love Is Lost | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2018 | 2020 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Sylvain Cara, Jorge Lee | Christian Carbonnel |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Istanbul and Love Is Lost smell?
Istanbul
Sweet
Citrus
Vanilla
White Floral
Fresh
Aromatic
Fruity
Green
Love Is Lost
Vanilla
White Floral
Amber
Rose
Citrus
Mossy
Floral
Fresh Spicy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Istanbul and Love Is Lost share?
Top
GrapesLemon TeaCitronCoriander
NeroliBergamot
Heart
GeraniumNeroliPink PepperJasmine
RoseJasmineGeranium
Base
MuskToffeeVanilla
VanillaAmberOakmoss
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
GeraniumJasmine
RoseJasmineGeranium
Citric Notes
NeroliCitron
NeroliBergamot
Oriental Notes
Vanilla
Vanilla
Where they fit
When and where do Istanbul and Love Is Lost work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Istanbul or Love Is Lost?
| Istanbul | Love Is Lost | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
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What do reviewers say about Istanbul and Love Is Lost?
If you've ever been curious about why people compare this to Love Don't Be Shy, it's the toffee. Kilian's version feels polished, almost precious. This one leans into the grape, the coriander,.Istanbul
Rose and vanilla done right means the florals never tip into powder, the sweetness never cloys. What separates this from the pack is the geranium keeping everything grounded.Love Is Lost
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