Question 1

What's the difference between Holi Water and French Lover?

Accepted Answer

Holi Water is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Heretic Parfum (2016) dominated by Woody accords. French Lover is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2007) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Aromatic, Earthy, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Holi Water or French Lover?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Holi Water scores 3.74/5 vs French Lover at 4.08/5. French Lover's standout strength: Mature and sophisticated scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Holi Water and French Lover smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Aromatic, Earthy, Powdery, Cedar. French Lover: French Lover wird als reife, anspruchsvolle Duftnote geschätzt, die sich für professionelle Umgebungen und kühlere Jahreszeiten eignet.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Holi Water or French Lover?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Holi Water vs French Lover?

Accepted Answer

Holi Water scores highest for fall wear; French Lover scores highest for fall wear. Holi Water leans daytime, French Lover leans daytime.

Holi Water vs French Lover

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (2)

Einzigartig für Holi Water (7)

Einzigartig für French Lover (11)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (4)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — French Lover

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Eigenschaft	Holi Water	French Lover
Marke	Heretic Parfum	Frederic Malle
Jahr	2016	2007
Bewertung	3.74	4.08
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	masculine
Gesamtnoten	9	13