Saffron Mandarin vs L’Ile Pourpre

Saffron Mandarin is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Les Liquides Imaginaires (2025) dominated by Citrus accords. L’Ile Pourpre is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Les Liquides Imaginaires (2016) leaning on Fresh Spicy accords. They share 5 accords: Woody, Sweet, Fresh Spicy, Amber.

By community rating, Saffron Mandarin scores 3.61/5 vs L’Ile Pourpre at 4.12/5. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. L’Ile Pourpre: L'Ile Pourpre by Les Liquides Imaginaires was not mentioned in the provided Reddit community discussion about fig fragrances.

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

Saffron Mandarin scores highest for summer wear; L’Ile Pourpre scores highest for all seasons wear. Saffron Mandarin leans daytime, L’Ile Pourpre leans daytime.