The Scent of Peace Clones

"### Notes & Nuances "Scent of Peace" opens with a blast of sugary black currant cordial. It's less sophisticated than fresh cassis, leaning towards the artificial sweetness of grape soda. The grapefruit note attempts to cut through the syrupy opening, but it reads as slightly acrid, like grapefruit zest that has been left out too long. The heart is a demure lily-of-the-valley, polite but not particularly captivating; a simple, clean floral. The base reveals a fluffy musk, reminiscent of dryer sheets. The Virginia cedar is present, but muted, offering a gentle woody underpinning that keeps the musk from becoming too powdery. It diverges from its inspiration in the base; this settles into something softer, less sharply defined, with a pervasive sense of sweet cleanliness. ### Wear time & Sillage The performance is surprisingly robust. It lasts a solid 6-7 hours on skin, projecting within an arm's length for the first three. Tested during a workday in an office environment, it garnered a few positive comments, mostly regarding its clean, inoffensive aroma. The fragrance persisted subtly even after a quick gym session. ### To Buy or Not to Buy? If this scent were a character, it would be the well-meaning but slightly naive girl-next-door in a rom-com. Pleasant, sweet, and undeniably likeable, but lacking the complexity and intrigue to truly stand out."

"### Notes & Nuances Spirit of Peace opens with a surprisingly tart black currant, reminiscent of unsweetened cranberry juice, spiked with a grapefruit note that leans toward pith rather than pure citrus zest. The initial impression is bracing, almost astringent. The heart reveals a delicate lily-of-the-valley, clean and green, but it's quickly overshadowed by the synthetic musk in the base, creating a powdery, almost starchy effect. The cedar is present, but it's a muted pencil shaving accord, lacking the robust warmth of a mature cedarwood. The original possesses a certain airy elegance; Spirit of Peace feels denser, earthier, with a slightly discordant blend that clashes instead of harmonizing. ### Projection Power Longevity is moderate, lasting approximately 5-6 hours on my skin. Projection is initially strong, filling a room for the first hour, before settling closer to the skin. I tested this during a rainy afternoon and in an air-conditioned office; it performed best in the controlled environment, becoming somewhat muddled in the humid outdoor air. ### Final Thoughts This fragrance evokes a contemplative mood, ideal for quiet moments of reflection indoors. The austere quality of Spirit of Peace is best suited for autumn days, creating a somber, serious tone. This is not a carefree scent; it is better for serious meetings and library visits, a perfume for introspection."