Question 1

What's the difference between Normandie and Joy?

Accepted Answer

Normandie is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jean Patou (1935) dominated by White Floral accords. Joy is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jean Patou (1930) leaning on White Floral accords. They share 3 accords: White Floral, Floral, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Normandie or Joy?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Normandie scores 4.36/5 vs Joy at 3.93/5. Joy's standout strength: Iconic classic fragrance with historical significance. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Normandie and Joy smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including White Floral, Floral, Woody, Jasmine, Musk. Joy: Joy de Jean Patou est largement respecté au sein de la communauté des parfums comme un classique légendaire méritant de figurer sur les listes incontournables.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Normandie or Joy?

Accepted Answer

Joy: Excellent longevity and performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Normandie vs Joy?

Accepted Answer

Normandie scores highest for fall wear; Joy scores highest for all seasons wear. Normandie leans daytime, Joy leans daytime.

Normandie vs Joy

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (2)

Uniques à Normandie (10)

Uniques à Joy (5)

Accords communs (3)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Joy

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Normandie	Joy
Marque	Jean Patou	Jean Patou
Année	1935	1930
Évaluation	4.36	3.93
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	12	7