Question 1

What's the difference between Bella Mare and J'adore?

Accepted Answer

Bella Mare is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Baldessarini (2025) dominated by Salty accords. J'adore is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dior (1999) leaning on White Floral accords. They share 4 accords: Floral, Fresh, Citrus, Aquatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Bella Mare or J'adore?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Bella Mare scores 3.57/5 vs J'adore at 3.80/5. J'adore's standout strength: Light, floral, and fresh scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Bella Mare and J'adore smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Floral, Fresh, Citrus, Aquatic, Bergamot. J'adore: The r/fragrance community views J'Adore very positively as an accessible, universally appealing floral fragrance with excellent sourcing practices.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Bella Mare or J'adore?

Accepted Answer

J'adore: Poor longevity and projection for some users Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Bella Mare vs J'adore?

Accepted Answer

Bella Mare scores highest for summer wear; J'adore scores highest for spring wear. Bella Mare leans daytime, J'adore leans daytime.

Bella Mare vs J'adore

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Bella Mare (6)

Uniek voor J'adore (15)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — J'adore

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Bella Mare	J'adore
Merk	Baldessarini	Dior
Jaar	2025	1999
Beoordeling	3.57	3.80
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	18