Question 1

What's the difference between CYCLE 002 and Grand Soir?

Accepted Answer

CYCLE 002 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Violet (2023) dominated by Fresh Spicy accords. Grand Soir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Francis Kurkdjian (2016) leaning on Amber accords. They share 3 accords: Amber, Balsamic, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, CYCLE 002 or Grand Soir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, CYCLE 002 scores 3.68/5 vs Grand Soir at 4.30/5. Grand Soir's standout strength: Beautiful evolution - opens strong but transforms into a masterpiece after 30 minutes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do CYCLE 002 and Grand Soir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Amber, Balsamic, Aromatic, Labdanum, Cedar. Grand Soir: Grand Soir is widely praised by the r/fragrance community as an exceptional niche fragrance with a strong opening that develops into a sophisticated amber-vanilla composition.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, CYCLE 002 or Grand Soir?

Accepted Answer

Grand Soir: Excellent longevity and projection for a niche fragrance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits CYCLE 002 vs Grand Soir?

Accepted Answer

CYCLE 002 scores highest for fall wear; Grand Soir scores highest for winter wear. CYCLE 002 leans daytime, Grand Soir leans evening.

CYCLE 002 vs Grand Soir

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (2)

Unice pentru CYCLE 002 (11)

Unice pentru Grand Soir (7)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Grand Soir

Pozitiv

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Atribut	CYCLE 002	Grand Soir
Brand	Maison Violet	Maison Francis Kurkdjian
An	2023	2016
Evaluare	3.68	4.30
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	13	9