Question 1

What's the difference between Alseif and The Moon?

Accepted Answer

Alseif is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Boadicea the Victorious (2021) dominated by Fruity accords. The Moon is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2019) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 5 accords: Fruity, Oud, Sweet, Rose.

Question 2

Which is better, Alseif or The Moon?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Alseif scores 4.13/5 vs The Moon at 4.25/5. The Moon's standout strength: Exceptional complexity and quality that justifies premium niche pricing. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Alseif and The Moon smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 6 notes and 5 accords, including Fruity, Oud, Sweet, Rose, Amber. The Moon: The community consensus is highly positive, with The Moon widely regarded as one of the best oud fragrances ever made and a flagship niche fragrance that justifies its premium price.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Alseif or The Moon?

Accepted Answer

The Moon: Outstanding longevity and projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Alseif vs The Moon?

Accepted Answer

Alseif scores highest for fall wear; The Moon scores highest for winter wear. Alseif leans daytime, The Moon leans evening.

Alseif vs The Moon

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (6)

Unique to Alseif (10)

Unique to The Moon (11)

Shared Accords (5)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — The Moon

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Attribute	Alseif	The Moon
Brand	Boadicea the Victorious	Frederic Malle
Year	2021	2019
Rating	4.13	4.25
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	16	17