Question 1

What's the difference between The Ruler and Unknown Pleasures?

Accepted Answer

The Ruler is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ellen Dahlgren Perfumes (2023) dominated by Amber accords. Unknown Pleasures is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Kerosene (2013) leaning on Citrus accords. They share 5 accords: Vanilla, Aromatic, Green, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, The Ruler or Unknown Pleasures?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, The Ruler scores 4.30/5 vs Unknown Pleasures at 4.15/5. Unknown Pleasures's standout strength: Unique and unconventional scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do The Ruler and Unknown Pleasures smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Unknown Pleasures: Unknown Pleasures by Kerosene generates modest interest within the r/fragrance community, with members curious about its potential for layering and appreciation for unconventional American fragrance houses.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, The Ruler or Unknown Pleasures?

Accepted Answer

Unknown Pleasures: Good sillage and projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits The Ruler vs Unknown Pleasures?

Accepted Answer

The Ruler scores highest for fall wear; Unknown Pleasures scores highest for fall wear. The Ruler leans evening, Unknown Pleasures leans daytime.

The Ruler vs Unknown Pleasures

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor The Ruler (13)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Unknown Pleasures

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Eigenschap	The Ruler	Unknown Pleasures
Merk	Ellen Dahlgren Perfumes	Kerosene
Jaar	2023	2013
Beoordeling	4.30	4.15
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	14	0