Question 1

What's the difference between Egyptian Sugar Soiree and Lira?

Accepted Answer

Egyptian Sugar Soiree is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Sphinx Fragrances (2024) dominated by Sweet accords. Lira is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Xerjoff (2011) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 6 accords: Sweet, Vanilla, Powdery, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Egyptian Sugar Soiree or Lira?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Egyptian Sugar Soiree scores 4.20/5 vs Lira at 4.29/5. Lira's standout strength: Delicious gourmand scent with lemon, caramel, and vanilla notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Egyptian Sugar Soiree and Lira smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 6 accords, including Sweet, Vanilla, Powdery, Musky, Caramel. Lira: Xerjoff Lira is a polarizing gourmand fragrance that impresses devoted fans with its delicious cake-like scent, interesting supporting notes, and strong projection, but frustrates others with its cloying sweetness, play-doh undertones, and high price-to-performance ratio.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Egyptian Sugar Soiree or Lira?

Accepted Answer

Lira: Good longevity and projection, noticeable to others Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Egyptian Sugar Soiree vs Lira?

Accepted Answer

Egyptian Sugar Soiree scores highest for fall wear; Lira scores highest for fall wear. Egyptian Sugar Soiree leans daytime, Lira leans daytime.

Egyptian Sugar Soiree vs Lira

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Egyptian Sugar Soiree (6)

Unique to Lira (6)

Shared Accords (6)

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Attribute	Egyptian Sugar Soiree	Lira
Brand	Sphinx Fragrances	Xerjoff
Year	2024	2011
Rating	4.20	4.29
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	9