Question 1

What's the difference between This Is Not A Blue Bottle and Cedrat Boise?

Accepted Answer

This Is Not A Blue Bottle is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Histoires de Parfums (2015) dominated by Aldehydic accords. Cedrat Boise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mancera (2011) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Citrus, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, This Is Not A Blue Bottle or Cedrat Boise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, This Is Not A Blue Bottle scores 3.79/5 vs Cedrat Boise at 4.11/5. On r/fragrance, This Is Not A Blue Bottle sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while Cedrat Boise is 5.5/10 (mixed). Cedrat Boise's standout strength: Intense version significantly better in scent and performance. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do This Is Not A Blue Bottle and Cedrat Boise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 2 accords, including Citrus, Sweet, Musk, Patchouli. This Is Not A Blue Bottle: Unable to provide analysis. Cedrat Boise: Cedrat Boise receives divided opinions with major concerns about quality control, batch inconsistency, and poor performance.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, This Is Not A Blue Bottle or Cedrat Boise?

Accepted Answer

Cedrat Boise: Intense version significantly better in scent and performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits This Is Not A Blue Bottle vs Cedrat Boise?

Accepted Answer

This Is Not A Blue Bottle scores highest for spring wear; Cedrat Boise scores highest for spring wear. This Is Not A Blue Bottle leans daytime, Cedrat Boise leans daytime.

This Is Not A Blue Bottle vs Cedrat Boise

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to This Is Not A Blue Bottle (5)

Unique to Cedrat Boise (11)

Shared Accords (2)

Frequently asked questions

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Attribute	This Is Not A Blue Bottle	Cedrat Boise
Brand	Histoires de Parfums	Mancera
Year	2015	2011
Rating	3.79	4.11
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	7	13