Question 1

What's the difference between Castling and Lionora?

Accepted Answer

Castling is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mind Games (2022) dominated by Woody accords. Lionora is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mind Games (2023) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 4 accords: Powdery, Floral, Fresh, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Castling or Lionora?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Castling scores 3.91/5 vs Lionora at 4.13/5. Castling's standout strength: Helps people discover their true fragrance preferences beyond initial assumptions. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Castling and Lionora smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Powdery, Floral, Fresh, Vanilla, Freesia. Castling: This Reddit thread does not contain community opinions about 'Castling' by Mind Games.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Castling or Lionora?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Castling vs Lionora?

Accepted Answer

Castling scores highest for spring wear; Lionora scores highest for summer wear. Castling leans daytime, Lionora leans daytime.

Castling vs Lionora

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Castling (8)

Unique to Lionora (6)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Castling

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Attribute	Castling	Lionora
Brand	Mind Games	Mind Games
Year	2022	2023
Rating	3.91	4.13
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	11	10