High Frequency Clones

"### Is it Worth It? Wicked is a solid budget option for fans of High Frequency who don't want to drop serious cash. If you're seeking a dead-ringer, perfectly blended, and with fantastic longevity, then the original is the only option. However, if you want to capture the essence of that powdery, almond-y sweetness without breaking the bank, Wicked gets the job done. It's worth it for casual wear or for those who blind-bought High Frequency and find it underwhelming. Is Initio's price ten times better? Objectively, no. Twice as good? Maybe. ### Olfactory Experience Wicked by HK Perfumes aims to mimic Initio's High Frequency, and it gets respectably close. The almond-magnolia opening is there, a powdery sweetness that’s pleasant enough. However, it's clearly not as refined. The almond has a slightly artificial edge in the opening, missing the natural creaminess of the original. The heart of heliotrope tries to capture that vanillic, almost marzipan-like quality, and largely succeeds. The hedione base offers a clean, slightly floral musk. Overall, I'd say it's about 90% similar. The missing 90% is in the smoother blending and higher-quality ingredients you find in High Frequency. ### Projection Power Don't expect beast mode. Wicked offers moderate projection for the first hour, creating a nice scent bubble. It then settles closer to the skin, lasting a total of 5-6 hours. On clothing, you might squeeze out another hour or two. This isn't bad but it's not going to fill a room."