Question 1

What's the difference between Forever Paris and Bronze?

Accepted Answer

Forever Paris is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from CVS Essence of Beauty (2013) dominated by Fruity accords. Bronze is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ellen Tracy (2011) leaning on Citrus accords. They share 5 accords: Floral, Sweet, Amber, Citrus.

Question 2

Which is better, Forever Paris or Bronze?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Forever Paris scores 3.60/5 vs Bronze at 3.83/5. Bronze's standout strength: Powdery sweet lemonade scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Forever Paris and Bronze smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Floral, Sweet, Amber, Citrus, Powdery. Bronze: Bronze by Ellen Tracy receives modest positive acknowledgment from the r/fragrance community as an affordable, pleasant powdery sweet lemonade fragrance.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Forever Paris or Bronze?

Accepted Answer

Bronze: Good longevity and performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Forever Paris vs Bronze?

Accepted Answer

Forever Paris scores highest for all seasons wear; Bronze scores highest for spring wear. Forever Paris leans daytime, Bronze leans daytime.

Forever Paris vs Bronze

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Forever Paris (7)

Unique to Bronze (11)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	Forever Paris	Bronze
Brand	CVS Essence of Beauty	Ellen Tracy
Year	2013	2011
Rating	3.60	3.83
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	13