Question 1

What's the difference between Cedar and Si?

Accepted Answer

Cedar is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Demeter Fragrance (2021) dominated by Woody accords. Si is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Giorgio Armani (2013) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Cedar or Si?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Cedar scores 3.15/5 vs Si at 3.84/5. Si's standout strength: Beautiful blackcurrant note that stands out. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Cedar and Si smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Si: The community has mixed feelings about Si Intense, with significant division centered on reformulation issues.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Cedar or Si?

Accepted Answer

Si: Good performance on some skin types Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Cedar vs Si?

Accepted Answer

Cedar scores highest for fall wear; Si scores highest for fall wear. Cedar leans daytime, Si leans daytime.

Cedar vs Si

Comparison Summary

Unique to Si (7)

Shared Accords (2)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Si

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Attribute	Cedar	Si
Brand	Demeter Fragrance	Giorgio Armani
Year	2021	2013
Rating	3.15	3.84
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	7