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Tuesday, December 28, 2021

Parfums de Coeur Designer Imposter Fragrances

Parfums de Coeur designer imposter fragrances:





From the magazine ad above: "A master perfumer has captured the essence of the world's great fragrances in a stunning collection of Body Sprays we call Designer Imposters. We're proud to introduce his latest Imposter, Primo!®  If you like Giorgio®, you'll love Primo!® All of these exquisite interpretations smell like your favorite expensive designer colognes. At only $3, go ahead and spray for yourself! These gentle deodorants give you a delicious all over body fragrance that lasts all day. Also watch for our men's sprays! If your man likes Aramis®, Polo®, or Musk, he'll love our Apollo®, Lancer® and Male Musk®."



  • NINJA- Opium and Cinnabar (Fruity notes and lavish citrus accents. Embraced by rich woods and sweet musk)
  • FAIRCHILD - Oscar de la Renta and Gloria Vanderbilt (Semi-oriental bouquet. Florals of jasmine, orange flower and narcissus with clove and coriander)
  • NOUVELLE - Jontue and Enjoli
  • SAMMY - Charlie
  • SMOLDERING MUSK - Coty's Musk
  • L'ARICI - L'Air du Temps and Windsong
  • LINDSAY - Lauren (Fruity notes of melon and peach; florals of jasmine, hyacinth and muguet)
  • HAMPTON - Halston (Woods, amber, rose and jasmine)
  • PRIMO - Giorgio (Floral bouquet with tuberose, jasmine, ylang ylang and rose with accents of tropical fruity notes)
  • CONFESS - Obsession (Oriental accord of spices and woods of coriander, clove, sandalwood, amber and vetiver)
  • RAW SILK -White Linen by Estee Lauder (Floralcy of Bulgarian rose, jasmine and tuberose with iris and ylang ylang. Green tonalities with spices) 
  • A LITTLE SEXY - Red by Giorgio (Fruitiness and precious florals)
  • U YOU - CK One by Calvin Klein
  • U- YOU 2TWO - CkBe by Calvin Klein
  • HEARTS & STARS - Wings by Giorgio
  • TURMOIL - Poison
  • YEAH BABY - Juicy Couture
  • BABE - Tommy Girl
  • UPROAR - Pleasures by Estee Lauder
  • HEAD TURNER - Be Delicious by DKNY
  • WANNA PLAY - Happy by Clinique
  • SEXY THANG - Baby Phat Goddess
  • SWIRLING PETALS - Coach Poppy
  • INCENSE MOON - Originally Estee Lauder's Beautiful, later it came to be Twilight Woods by Bath & Body Works
  • CAPRI BREEZE - Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana
  • STYLIN - Armani Code
  • ROCK IT - Viva la Juicy
  • TEMPT ME - Euphoria by Calvin Klein
  • MATA MUA - Safari by Ralph Lauren
  • SO SLEEK - Liz Claiborne (Lily and freesia, floralcy-rose, ylang ylang, jasmine and jonquil, carnation. Background of sandalwood, oakmoss and musk)
  • TURQUOISE & SILVER - White Diamonds (Aldehydic green accord embellished with fruity nuances forms the top note, which melds into tuberose, ylang ylang, rare jasmine and lavish lily. Sensual musk, woody elements of patchouli, santal and animal notes)
  • FLY WITH ME - Escape (Top note of green tonalities and fruity notes of melon and peach. Precious florals of rare jasmine, white lily and romantic red roses, enhanced with spicy accents. Undertones of amber, santal and musk)
  • LOVE TALK - Spellbound Estee Lauder (Top note of fresh bergamot and ripe apricot. Floralcy of red rose, orange blossom, jasmine and iris interlaced with warm spices along with sandalwood and powdery musk)
  • GODDESS - originally Chanel No. 5, later Vera Wang Princess
  • 2HOT - Curious Britney Spears
  • WISH DREAM - Japanese Cherry Blossom Bath & Body Works
  • INK'D - Ed Hardy
  • SLOW DANCE - Eternity for Women
  • A MILLION STARS - Knowing Estee Lauder (Floral with patchouli, sandalwood and vetiver)
  • OCEAN BEACH -  Sunflowers by Elizabeth Arden (Top note is melon, bergamot, and peach, with fresh ozone and oceanic notes. The heart is developed by jasmine, rose and ylang ylang, crowned by touches of apple. The drydown is creamy woods, mosses and musk)
  • SWEET AS CAN BE - Daisy Eau So Fresh by Marc Jacobs
  • SWEPT AWAY - Victorias Secret Love Spell





  • LANCER - Polo and Paco Rabanne (Herbs and citrus make up the top note. Fresh green, basil and chamomile are blended with bergamot and other citrus oils. Oakmoss and tobacco leaves are combined with cedar and patchouli for the heart note. Coniferous pine needle oils are added to the base leather accord)
  • APOLLO - Aramis
  • MALE MUSK - Musk
  • LONE STAR - Obsession for Men (Oriental, A top note of citruses, blended with lavender, spices and herbaceous notes. A heart of carnation, sandalwood, velvety mosses, patchouli and jasmine. Rich amber and animalistic tones produce a lingering finish)
  • NEW YORK NIGHTS - Drakkar (Woody/mossy lavendacious. Citrus notes of bergamot and lime. The heart: notes of coriander and juniper berries. Precious woods of santal and patchouli sustain the spirit)
  • JAKE 
  • MASCULINO - Acqua di Gio
  • RAW POWER - Fierce Abercrombie & Fitch
  • GAME CHANGER - Curve for Men
  • TAHOE - Eternity (Sparkling citrus top note interwoven with crisp greens and masculine florals of geranium, orange flower and jasmine freshened by herbaceous nuances, supported by a warm accord of amber, sandalwood and vetiver)
  • MAN'S WORLD - 
  • STRIKE - Gucci Guilty for Him
  • RULE - Bleu de Chanel
  • BLUE SURGE - Cool Water
  • HALL OF FAME - Polo by Ralph Lauren ( A distinctive blend of citrus notes or lemon oil, Italian bergamot oil, and lime distilled, interwoven with coriander oil, armoise oil, and touches of pineapple. The heart is developed by jasmine, muguet, and rose, rounded out by piquant geranium accented with sage and sandalwood. Undertones are of moss and sensual musk)

2 comments:

  1. How can I get Fairchild? I wore that perfume for years! That’s the only perfume I’ve ever loved!! And worked so good with my chemistry. I’m not sure how to get it anymore??? Please find me a supply. Thank you, Dawn Campbell

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  2. How can I get turmoil inspired by poison? That scent is so amazing and unforgettable!

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