Vintage Radio closely recalls Paragon’s plum and aromatic woods, but often feels sweeter with less peppery lift. Its plum can fade into the woody base sooner, while Paragon retains more of its airy, juicy character. Wearer reports differ on strength.
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Scent profile
| Accord | OriginalParagon | AlternativeVintage Radio |
|---|---|---|
| Woody | ||
| Fruity | ||
| Aromatic | ||
| Fresh | ||
| Sweet | ||
| Warm Spicy |
Performance
| Measure | OriginalParagon | AlternativeVintage Radio |
|---|---|---|
| Projection | Moderate | Moderate |
| Longevity | Very long-lasting9+ hrs | Long-lasting6–9 hrs |
Scores estimate each fragrance’s accord prominence: 1 is a background trace, 3 is noticeable and 5 is defining. Only accords assessed for both fragrances are compared. Hour ranges show typical estimated wear and can vary by wearer.
Performance notes and sources
Paragon
Eight-to-ten, ten and over-twelve-hour accounts with moderate or close projection. Editorial estimate from retrieved wearer accounts, not a measured consensus. Performance varies by skin, application and version. Accord ratings were not reassessed.
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Vintage Radio
Wear assessment: Several direct comparisons support sweeter plum and less aromatic lift. Timed accounts give six to nine hours, with stronger and shorter outliers. Categories are approximate and may vary by wearer, application and version.
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