Question 1

What's the difference between Papillon D’Amour and True Love?

Accepted Answer

Papillon D’Amour is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Linn Young (undated) dominated by Powdery accords. True Love is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Elizabeth Arden (1994) leaning on Powdery accords. They share 5 accords: Powdery, Rose, Floral, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Papillon D’Amour or True Love?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Papillon D’Amour scores 4.07/5 vs True Love at 3.57/5. True Love's standout strength: Classic 90s fragrance with nostalgic appeal. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Papillon D’Amour and True Love smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. True Love: True Love by Elizabeth Arden receives minimal attention in the r/fragrance community, appearing only as an honorable mention in 90s fragrance discussions.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Papillon D’Amour or True Love?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Papillon D’Amour vs True Love?

Accepted Answer

Papillon D’Amour scores highest for spring wear; True Love scores highest for spring wear. Papillon D’Amour leans daytime, True Love leans daytime.

Papillon D’Amour vs True Love

Comparison Summary

Unique to True Love (14)

Shared Accords (5)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — True Love

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Attribute	Papillon D’Amour	True Love
Brand	Linn Young	Elizabeth Arden
Year	—	1994
Rating	4.07	3.57
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	14