Crystal vs Baccarat Rouge 540
ALT. Fragrances vs Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Crystal No. 23 is ALT.’s Baccarat Rouge-inspired perfume, with jasmine, saffron, cedarwood and ambergris in its main description. MFK’s EDP has its own jasmine, saffron, ambergris-accord and dry-woods profile.
| Crystal | Baccarat Rouge 540 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ALT. Fragrances | Maison Francis Kurkdjian |
| Concentration | Parfum | EDP |
| Gender | unisex | unisex |
| Top Notes | — | — |
| Heart Notes | — | — |
| Base Notes | — | — |
| Notes | jasmine, saffron, cedarwood, ambergris | jasmine, saffron, ambergris accord, dry woods, ethyl maltol |
| Best Seasons | fall, winter | fall, winter |
Shared Notes (2)
Notes that appear in both fragrances
What People Say
ALT. Fragrances Crystal
Some buyers say Crystal smells very close to the Baccarat Rouge they own or have sampled.
One buyer prefers its lighter impression to their Baccarat Rouge bottle.
One buyer likes the scent but feels they need to spray quite a bit to get the lasting effect they want.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540
One longtime wearer enjoys the airy jasmine, saffron and sugary character that settles into warm amber.
One EDP sampler found a dominant hospital-like smell that remained unpleasant on skin.
The Verdict
Choose BR540 EDP if you want the original you have sampled. Consider Crystal No. 23 to explore ALT.’s interpretation: some buyers find it close, while one wants more lasting power. ALT.’s Extrait concentration label does not establish that it outlasts MFK’s EDP, and Crystal Intense No. 32 is a different product.
ALT. Fragrances Crystal
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