Question 1

What's the difference between Absent Presence and Lavs?

Accepted Answer

Absent Presence is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from BeauFort London (2023) dominated by Woody accords. Lavs is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Filippo Sorcinelli (2014) leaning on Amber accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Absent Presence or Lavs?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Absent Presence scores 3.77/5 vs Lavs at 4.23/5. Lavs's standout strength: Evocative and imaginative scent profiles that create emotional experiences. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Absent Presence and Lavs smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Warm Spicy, Pepper. Lavs: The r/fragrance community highly regards these Filippo Sorcinelli fragrances for their evocative, mood-driven character and strong incense/woody profiles.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Absent Presence or Lavs?

Accepted Answer

Lavs: Strong performance in incense and woody fragrance categories Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Absent Presence vs Lavs?

Accepted Answer

Absent Presence scores highest for fall wear; Lavs scores highest for fall wear. Absent Presence leans daytime, Lavs leans evening.

Absent Presence vs Lavs

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Absent Presence (8)

Uniek voor Lavs (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Lavs

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Absent Presence	Lavs
Merk	BeauFort London	Filippo Sorcinelli
Jaar	2023	2014
Beoordeling	3.77	4.23
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	11	12