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Which Should You Buy?
Velvet Flowers is seriously divisive. You'll either adore this heady, vintage-style floral, finding it a rich, sweet, and intoxicating embrace, or you'll recoil at its overpowering, dated, and almost confrontational intensity. Blind-buy at your peril.
This one's a divisive beast. Many adore its rich, distinctive scent, especially the oil version, for its unique blend of dried fruits, nuts, and dark rose. However, be warned: the EDP can be a potent, almost overwhelming, beast that some find too much.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 1% |
| Floral | 37% | 31% |
| Fruity | 19% | 15% |
| Green | 3% | 1% |
| Sweet | 26% | 32% |
| Warm | 13% | 8% |
| Woody | 9% | 3% |
| Earthy | 6% | 6% |
| Animalic | 15% | 20% |
| Fresh | 7% | 7% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its significant sillage and longevity, Velvet Flowers is too potent for most office environments, risking being overpowering. Its rich, sensual character makes it ideal for dates and elegant formal events, providing a warm, inviting presence without being overtly casual or sporty.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent nature and strong projection, especially in the EDP, make it unsuitable for an office environment. However, its bold, distinctive character is well-suited for special occasions and cooler evening wear, such as dates or formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Musky, Fruity accords and Musk, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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