Question 1

What's the difference between Shanghai and Poison?

Accepted Answer

Shanghai is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Marc Rosen (2005) dominated by Fruity accords. Poison is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dior (1985) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 4 accords: Fruity, Woody, Warm Spicy, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Shanghai or Poison?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Shanghai scores 4.03/5 vs Poison at 3.93/5. Poison's standout strength: Iconic 90s fragrance with historical significance and nostalgia. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Shanghai and Poison smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 6 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Woody, Warm Spicy, Sweet, Cinnamon. Poison: Dior Poison is a highly polarizing fragrance with strong nostalgic value from the 1980s-90s era, praised for its unique dark character and longevity.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Shanghai or Poison?

Accepted Answer

Poison: Strong longevity and projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Shanghai vs Poison?

Accepted Answer

Shanghai scores highest for all seasons wear; Poison scores highest for winter wear. Shanghai leans daytime, Poison leans evening.

Shanghai vs Poison

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (6)

Uniek voor Shanghai (7)

Uniek voor Poison (15)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

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Community-sentimentpuls — Poison

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Eigenschap	Shanghai	Poison
Merk	Marc Rosen	Dior
Jaar	2005	1985
Beoordeling	4.03	3.93
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	13	21