Side-by-side comparison of Embrace Periwinkle & Iris by Vera Wang and Lolita Lempicka by Lolita Lempicka
Vera Wang
Lolita Lempicka
| Attribute | Embrace Periwinkle & Iris | Lolita Lempicka |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Vera Wang | Lolita Lempicka |
| Year | 2015 | 1997 |
| Rating | 3.89 | 3.97 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | feminine | feminine |
| Total Notes | 10 | 13 |
30 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
5.5
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The community acknowledges Lolita Lempicka as a beloved discontinued classic, but the new reformulations are widely viewed as hollow shadows of the original. Multiple comparisons confirm the new version lacks the rich, dark anise and tonka backbone that gave the original its soul, with reformulation driven by IFRA regulations and EU bans (particularly Lilial). While some new wearers find the current version acceptable, those familiar with the original consistently report the fragrance feels weaker, brighter, and less complex.