By Kilian In the City of Sin vs Victoria's Secret Basic Instinct
By Kilian In the City of Sin and Victoria's Secret Basic Instinct compared side by side: accords, longevity, sillage and value, so you can pick with confidence.
In the City of Sin and Basic Instinct are very similar; both have Plum, Apricot and Turkish Rose. In the City of Sin leans more aromatic, while Basic Instinct leans white floral. Basic Instinct is more of an evening scent.
Longer lastingAbout the same
Stronger projectionAbout the same
Better perceived valueAbout the same
More of a night scentBasic Instinct
Accords
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AccordA blend of notes the nose perceives as one unified smell - like a chord made of musical notes.More in Learn →
ProjectionHow far the scent radiates from your skin while you stand still. The 'sillage / projection' votes on fragrance pages blend the two, so read them as overall reach.More in Learn →