Libertine
Vivienne WestwoodEDT2000
Side by side
Libertine vs. Pure Gold
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
The essentials
At a glance
| Libertine | Pure Gold | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | EDT | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2000 | 2009 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Martin Gras | Pierre Montale |
| Best season | Spring | Spring |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Libertine
Citrus
Fruity
Sweet
White Floral
Earthy
Mossy
Tropical
Woody
Pure Gold
White Floral
Musky
Powdery
Citrus
Patchouli
Fruity
Vanilla
Sweet
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
PineappleGrapefruitPassion Fruit
ApricotMandarin Orange
Heart
HoneysuckleLily of the ValleyRoseBergamot
JasmineNeroliOrange Blossom
Base
OakmossMuskPatchouliAmberLabdanum
MuskWhite MuskPatchouliVanilla
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Libertine | Pure Gold | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Libertine occupies a curious middle ground: fruity enough to be playful, chypre enough to mean business. The tropical sweetness never fully takes over.Libertine
Here's the thing about Pure Gold: The neroli-heavy drydown splits people. Some find it too sharp, others find it perfect. The fragrance doesn't try to please everyone.Pure Gold
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| Libertine | Pure Gold | |
|---|---|---|
| 3.4 oz | — | $69.99fragrancenet |
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