Question 1

What's the difference between Majaïna Sin and By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Majaïna Sin is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The Different Company (2017) dominated by Vanilla accords. By the Fireplace is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Martin Margiela (2015) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Vanilla, Powdery, Amber, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Majaïna Sin or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Majaïna Sin scores 4.02/5 vs By the Fireplace at 4.22/5. On r/fragrance, Majaïna Sin sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while By the Fireplace is 6.5/10 (mixed). By the Fireplace's standout strength: Unique and distinctive scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Majaïna Sin and By the Fireplace smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including Vanilla, Powdery, Amber, Warm Spicy, Balsamic. Majaïna Sin: Unable to provide analysis. By the Fireplace: By the Fireplace receives mixed community sentiment, with users recognizing it as a distinctive fragrance that works best in specific contexts.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Majaïna Sin or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Majaïna Sin vs By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Majaïna Sin scores highest for fall wear; By the Fireplace scores highest for winter wear. Majaïna Sin leans daytime, By the Fireplace leans evening.

Majaïna Sin vs By the Fireplace

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Majaïna Sin (10)

Unique to By the Fireplace (6)

Shared Accords (5)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Majaïna Sin

Community Sentiment Pulse — By the Fireplace

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Attribute	Majaïna Sin	By the Fireplace
Brand	The Different Company	Maison Martin Margiela
Year	2017	2015
Rating	4.02	4.22
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	13	9