Afnan Rare Reef vs Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill.

At a glance

Afnan Rare Reef costs £30 and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus costs £162.65, so Afnan Rare Reef is £132.65 cheaper. They share 11 notes out of 17 distinct notes listed across both (65%). Afnan Rare Reef is EDP and listed as unisex, while Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus is Parfum and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill.

Afnan Rare Reef

Rare Reef is a vibrant luxury fresh fragrance inspired by the breezy sophistication of Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill, blending sparkling citrus, chilled mint, blackcurrant freshness, and a creamy fig amberwood base into one of the most uplifting summer signatures in the Afnan ecosystem.

Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus

Game of Spades Bonus is a unisex Parfum from Jo Milano Paris built around citron, mint, orange, lemon, blackcurrant and coriander over apricot, basil, carrot seeds and May rose before fig, dates and ambrette form the base. It is widely recognized as Jo Milano's interpretation of Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill, translating that green fruity citrus DNA into the Game of Spades collection.

Afnan Rare Reef, dupe of Louis Vuitton Pacific ChillJo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus, dupe of Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill

Comparison

Afnan Rare ReefJo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus
Overall rating8.1/10 · 1 review7.0/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.0/106.5/10
Projection7.5/106.0/10
Scent accuracy8.2/108.5/10
Value for money8.5/107.0/10
Price£30£162.65
ConcentrationEDPParfum
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byLouis Vuitton Pacific ChillLouis Vuitton Pacific Chill

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Afnan Rare Reef

Top Notes

  • Citron
  • Lemon
  • Orange
  • Grapefruit
  • Mint
  • Blackcurrant
  • Coriander

Heart Notes

  • Apricot
  • Basil
  • May Rose
  • Violet Leaf

Base Notes

  • Fig
  • Dates
  • Ambrette
  • Amberwood

Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus

Top Notes

  • Citron
  • Mint
  • Orange
  • Lemon
  • Black Currant
  • Coriander

Heart Notes

  • Apricot
  • Basil
  • Carrot Seeds
  • May Rose

Base Notes

  • Fig
  • Dates
  • Ambrette

Shared Notes

  • Citron
  • Lemon
  • Orange
  • Mint
  • Coriander
  • Apricot
  • Basil
  • May Rose
  • Fig
  • Dates
  • Ambrette

11 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Afnan Rare Reef lists Grapefruit, Blackcurrant, Violet Leaf and Amberwood that Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus does not.

Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus lists Black Currant and Carrot Seeds that Afnan Rare Reef does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Afnan Rare Reef

  • Sweet
  • Fresh
  • Musky
  • Citrus
  • Fruity
  • Leather
  • Herbal
  • Aromatic
  • Rose
  • Violet
  • Green

Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus

  • Fresh
  • Citrus
  • Fruity
  • Herbal
  • Aromatic
  • Green

Both share Fresh, Citrus, Fruity, Herbal, Aromatic and Green. Afnan Rare Reef also lists Sweet, Musky, Leather, Rose and Violet.

Vibes

Afnan Rare Reef

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Sporty
  • Luxurious

Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Light
  • Modern
  • Luxurious

Both share Fresh, Clean and Luxurious. Afnan Rare Reef also lists Sweet, Elegant, Sophisticated, Warm and Sporty. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus also lists Light and Modern.

Occasions

Afnan Rare Reef

  • Signature
  • Daytime
  • Casual
  • Office
  • Summer
  • Holiday
  • Gym
  • Year-round
  • Beach
  • Warm weather

Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus

  • Signature
  • Daytime
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Travel
  • Holiday
  • Outdoor
  • Warm weather

Both share Signature, Daytime, Summer, Holiday and Warm weather. Afnan Rare Reef also lists Casual, Office, Gym, Year-round and Beach. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus also lists Spring, Travel and Outdoor.

Performance

Afnan Rare Reef

  • Subtle

Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus

  • Moderate projection
  • Moderate longevity
  • Versatile

Afnan Rare Reef lists Subtle. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus lists Moderate projection, Moderate longevity and Versatile.

Style lane

Afnan Rare Reef

  • Citrus aromatic

Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus

  • Citrus aromatic

Both share Citrus aromatic.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Afnan Rare Reef (8.0/10)
  • Projection: Wins Afnan Rare Reef (7.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus (8.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Afnan Rare Reef (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Afnan Rare Reef (£30)

Afnan Rare Reef leads on longevity, projection, value for money and lower price, while Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus leads on scent accuracy.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Afnan Rare Reef has 1 community review and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Afnan Rare Reef or Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus?

Afnan Rare Reef costs £30 and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus costs £162.65, so Afnan Rare Reef is £132.65 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Afnan Rare Reef or Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus?

Atlas ratings give Afnan Rare Reef 8.0 out of 10 for longevity and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus 6.5 out of 10, so Afnan Rare Reef rates higher.

Which projects more, Afnan Rare Reef or Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus?

Atlas ratings give Afnan Rare Reef 7.5 out of 10 for projection and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus 6.0 out of 10, so Afnan Rare Reef rates higher.

Which is closer to Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill, Afnan Rare Reef or Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus?

Atlas ratings give Afnan Rare Reef 8.2 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus 8.5 out of 10, so Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus rates higher.

Which is better value, Afnan Rare Reef or Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus?

Atlas ratings give Afnan Rare Reef 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus 7.0 out of 10, so Afnan Rare Reef rates higher.

What notes do Afnan Rare Reef and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus share?

They share 11 notes: Citron, Lemon, Orange, Mint, Coriander, Apricot, Basil, May Rose, Fig, Dates and Ambrette.

Which occasions suit Afnan Rare Reef and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus?

Afnan Rare Reef is tagged for Signature, Daytime, Casual, Office, Summer, Holiday, Gym, Year-round, Beach and Warm weather. Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus is tagged for Signature, Daytime, Spring, Summer, Travel, Holiday, Outdoor and Warm weather.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill vs Afnan Rare Reef
  • Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill vs Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades Bonus

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