Question 1

What's the difference between Lava Rose and SM Café?

Accepted Answer

Lava Rose is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Strangers Parfumerie (2019) dominated by Rose accords. SM Café is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Strangers Parfumerie (2019) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Leather.

Question 2

Which is better, Lava Rose or SM Café?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Lava Rose scores 4.08/5 vs SM Café at 3.75/5. SM Café's standout strength: Excellent coffee fragrance with great quality and richness. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Lava Rose and SM Café smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. SM Café: SM Café by Strangers Parfumerie is highly regarded within the r/fragrance community as one of the best coffee fragrances available.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Lava Rose or SM Café?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Lava Rose vs SM Café?

Accepted Answer

Lava Rose scores highest for fall wear; SM Café scores highest for fall wear. Lava Rose leans evening, SM Café leans evening.

Lava Rose vs SM Café

Rezumatul comparației

Acorduri comune (2)

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — SM Café

Pozitiv

Negativ

Întrebări frecvente

Atribut	Lava Rose	SM Café
Brand	Strangers Parfumerie	Strangers Parfumerie
An	2019	2019
Evaluare	4.08	3.75
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	0	0