Istanbul
Unique'e LuxuryEau de Parfum2018
Side by side
Istanbul vs. Le Bouquet de la Mariee
Is Istanbul better than Le Bouquet de la Mariee?
Istanbul projects louder.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
MuskVanillaPink Pepper
sweetcitrusvanillawhite floralpowdery
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 Le Bouquet de la Mariee?
| Istanbul | Le Bouquet de la Mariee | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Extrait de Parfum |
| Launched | 2018 | 2015 |
| Gender | Unisex | Female |
| Perfumer | Sylvain Cara, Jorge Lee | Thierry Wasser |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Istanbul and Le Bouquet de la Mariee smell?
Istanbul
Sweet
Citrus
Vanilla
White Floral
Fresh
Aromatic
Fruity
Green
Le Bouquet de la Mariee
Musky
White Floral
Sweet
Almond
Powdery
Citrus
Vanilla
Amber
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Istanbul and Le Bouquet de la Mariee share?
Top
GrapesLemon TeaCitronCoriander
AngelicaCitrusesPink Pepper
Heart
GeraniumNeroliPink PepperJasmine
Orange BlossomAlmondRose
Base
MuskToffeeVanilla
VanillaWhite MuskPatchouliIncense
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
GeraniumJasmine
Orange BlossomRose
Gourmandy Notes
Lemon TeaToffee
Almond
Spicy Notes
Pink PepperCoriander
Pink Pepper
Musk
Musk
White Musk
Oriental Notes
Vanilla
Vanilla
Where they fit
When and where do Istanbul and Le Bouquet de la Mariee work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Istanbul or Le Bouquet de la Mariee?
| Istanbul | Le Bouquet de la Mariee | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
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What do reviewers say about Istanbul and Le Bouquet de la Mariee?
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
Guerlain doesn't do subtle bridal. This is a fragrance that knows what it is and doesn't apologize for it, the almond and vanilla push sweetness to the edge of gourmand without tipping over.Le Bouquet de la Mariee
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