Question 1

What's the difference between Raffinee and Paloma Picasso?

Accepted Answer

Raffinee is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Houbigant (1982) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Paloma Picasso is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Paloma Picasso (1984) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Warm Spicy, Floral, Aromatic, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Raffinee or Paloma Picasso?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Raffinee scores 4.05/5 vs Paloma Picasso at 3.98/5. Paloma Picasso's standout strength: Complex, rich composition with distinctive spicy and animalic notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Raffinee and Paloma Picasso smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 11 notes and 5 accords, including Warm Spicy, Floral, Aromatic, Woody, Powdery. Paloma Picasso: Paloma Picasso is a respected vintage fragrance with devoted fans who appreciate its complex, long-lasting composition, though its boldness and dated character limit broader appeal.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Raffinee or Paloma Picasso?

Accepted Answer

Paloma Picasso: Long-lasting performance and excellent projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Raffinee vs Paloma Picasso?

Accepted Answer

Raffinee scores highest for winter wear; Paloma Picasso scores highest for winter wear. Raffinee leans evening, Paloma Picasso leans evening.

Raffinee vs Paloma Picasso

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (11)

Uniek voor Raffinee (13)

Uniek voor Paloma Picasso (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Paloma Picasso

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Raffinee	Paloma Picasso
Merk	Houbigant	Paloma Picasso
Jaar	1982	1984
Beoordeling	4.05	3.98
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	24	19