Which is better, Candide Effluve or Retro?

Candide Effluve does not have enough Fragplace votes yet to show a rating. Retro does not have enough Fragplace votes yet to show a rating. Compare their notes, accords, longevity and sillage side by side to pick between them.

Do Candide Effluve and Retro smell similar?

The comparison shows the shared and unique notes and accords of Candide Effluve and Retro, along with a similarity score based on their accord profiles.

Which lasts longer, Candide Effluve or Retro?

Longevity and sillage for Candide Effluve and Retro are scored by Fragplace reviewers and shown side by side in the ratings section of this comparison.

Candide Effluve vs Retro

Side-by-side fragrance comparison

Similarity Score

60%Similar

Based on accord and note analysis

Candide Effluve vs Retro: Detailed Comparison

Candide Effluve by Guerlain and Retro by Dzintars share notable similarities with a 60% similarity score. While they have distinct identities, fragrance enthusiasts who enjoy one may find the other appealing due to their overlapping scent profiles.

Accords Comparison

Both Candide Effluve and Retro share Amber accords. Candide Effluve features prominent Amber, Vanilla, Powdery notes, while Retro is characterized by Citrus, Fresh, Amber accords.

Notes Analysis

These two fragrances share 4 common notes including Amber, Benzoin, Vanilla, Ylang-Ylang. Candide Effluve uniquely features Angelica, Bergamot, Heliotrope, while Retro distinctively includes Carnation, Citruses, Neroli.

The Verdict

When comparing Candide Effluve vs Retro, both fragrances offer appealing scent profiles with enough similarity to satisfy similar preferences, yet enough distinction to warrant owning both in your collection.