Question 1

What's the difference between Retba and By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Retba is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Memo Paris (2020) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. By the Fireplace is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Martin Margiela (2015) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Warm Spicy, Amber, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Retba or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Retba scores 4.25/5 vs By the Fireplace at 4.22/5. By the Fireplace's standout strength: Unique and distinctive scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Retba and By the Fireplace smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Warm Spicy, Amber, Vanilla, Pink Pepper, Vanilla. By the Fireplace: By the Fireplace reçoit des avis mitigés de la communauté, les utilisateurs reconnaissant qu'il s'agit d'un parfum distinctif qui fonctionne mieux dans des contextes spécifiques.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Retba or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Retba vs By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Retba scores highest for winter wear; By the Fireplace scores highest for winter wear. Retba leans evening, By the Fireplace leans evening.

Retba vs By the Fireplace

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (3)

Uniques à Retba (10)

Uniques à By the Fireplace (6)

Accords communs (3)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — By the Fireplace

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Retba	By the Fireplace
Marque	Memo Paris	Maison Martin Margiela
Année	2020	2015
Évaluation	4.25	4.22
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	13	9