Question 1

What's the difference between Espresso Ash and Paragon?

Accepted Answer

Espresso Ash is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from OrdioLab (2025) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Paragon is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Initio Parfums Prives (2022) leaning on Woody accords. They share 1 accord: Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Espresso Ash or Paragon?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Espresso Ash scores 3.86/5 vs Paragon at 4.27/5. Paragon's standout strength: Interesting and unique scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Espresso Ash and Paragon smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Paragon: Paragon is viewed as an intriguing but polarizing niche fragrance with a unique, synthetic character that appeals primarily to adventurous collectors.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Espresso Ash or Paragon?

Accepted Answer

Paragon: Good longevity and projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Espresso Ash vs Paragon?

Accepted Answer

Espresso Ash scores highest for winter wear; Paragon scores highest for fall wear. Espresso Ash leans daytime, Paragon leans daytime.

Espresso Ash vs Paragon

Rezumatul comparației

Unice pentru Espresso Ash (8)

Unice pentru Paragon (8)

Acorduri comune (1)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Paragon

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Atribut	Espresso Ash	Paragon
Brand	OrdioLab	Initio Parfums Prives
An	2025	2022
Evaluare	3.86	4.27
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	8	8