Feve

Olfactory Experience

Feve by Fragrance World aims squarely at Dior's Fève Délicieuse, and initially, the resemblance is strong. The opening presents a clear lavender and mint accord, though a slightly sharper bergamot edges in compared to the smoother Dior original. The heart attempts to replicate the cherry nuance. Here's where the divergence begins; it's a touch more tart, lacking the almond-like roundness present in the inspiration. Jasmine and freesia are listed but act more as supporting florals, softening the sour cherry. The base is a concentrated tonka bean and vanilla affair. The cacao pod note is present, but muted. Overall, it achieves approximately 90% similarity to Fève Délicieuse. The synthetic aspects are detectable, particularly in the tartness of the cherry and the slight harshness of the vanilla.

To Buy or Not to Buy?

This is a solid alternative for those seeking the Fève Délicieuse profile without the hefty price tag. The synthetic edges are noticeable but not egregious. If you are okay with a slightly less refined and less rounded version, this offers excellent value.

Projection Power

Longevity is commendable . It persists on skin for 6-7 hours with moderate projection for the first 2 hours, settling into a skin scent thereafter. Expect noticeable sillage within arm's reach initially.