Question 1

What's the difference between Due South and Lost Cause?

Accepted Answer

Due South is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Sucreabeille (undated) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Lost Cause is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Phlur (2022) leaning on Green accords. They share 2 accords: White Floral, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Due South or Lost Cause?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Due South scores 3.25/5 vs Lost Cause at 3.62/5. Lost Cause's standout strength: Soft, crowd-pleasing scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Due South and Lost Cause smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Lost Cause: Lost Cause by Phlur receives modest recognition within the indie fragrance community as a dependable, accessible option with an interesting vinyl-musk character.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Due South or Lost Cause?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Due South vs Lost Cause?

Accepted Answer

Due South scores highest for all seasons wear; Lost Cause scores highest for spring wear. Due South leans daytime, Lost Cause leans daytime.

Due South vs Lost Cause

Comparison Summary

Unique to Lost Cause (10)

Shared Accords (2)

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Attribute	Due South	Lost Cause
Brand	Sucreabeille	Phlur
Year	—	2022
Rating	3.25	3.62
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	10