Question 1

What's the difference between Never Say Never and De Profundis?

Accepted Answer

Never Say Never is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Smell Bent (2016) dominated by Woody accords. De Profundis is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Serge Lutens (2011) leaning on Green accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Never Say Never or De Profundis?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Never Say Never scores 2.92/5 vs De Profundis at 4.29/5. De Profundis's standout strength: Unique and distinctive scent that makes a strong impression. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Never Say Never and De Profundis smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. De Profundis: De Profundis is a highly beloved discontinued Serge Lutens fragrance with a devoted following in the r/fragrance community.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Never Say Never or De Profundis?

Accepted Answer

De Profundis: Long-lasting performance and sillage Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Never Say Never vs De Profundis?

Accepted Answer

Never Say Never scores highest for all seasons wear; De Profundis scores highest for fall wear. Never Say Never leans daytime, De Profundis leans daytime.

Never Say Never vs De Profundis

Comparison Summary

Shared Accords (2)

Community Sentiment Pulse — De Profundis

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Frequently asked questions

Attribute	Never Say Never	De Profundis
Brand	Smell Bent	Serge Lutens
Year	2016	2011
Rating	2.92	4.29
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	0