What's the difference between Puro Lino and Comme des Garcons 2?+
Puro Lino is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Officina delle Essenze (2006) dominated by Aldehydic accords. Comme des Garcons 2 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Comme des Garcons (1999) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 5 accords: Aldehydic, Citrus, Fresh, Fresh Spicy.
Which is better, Puro Lino or Comme des Garcons 2?+
By community rating, Puro Lino scores 3.68/5 vs Comme des Garcons 2 at 4.18/5. Comme des Garcons 2's standout strength: Distinctive aldehydic opening with prominent ink note. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Puro Lino and Comme des Garcons 2 smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Comme des Garcons 2: The r/fragrance community views CDG 2 as a distinctive niche fragrance with an interesting aldehydic-ink profile, but consensus suggests it has been reformulated for the worse over time.
Which lasts longer, Puro Lino or Comme des Garcons 2?+
Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Puro Lino vs Comme des Garcons 2?+
Puro Lino scores highest for spring wear; Comme des Garcons 2 scores highest for fall wear. Puro Lino leans daytime, Comme des Garcons 2 leans daytime.
