Is Aldi No.14 Velvety Rose a dupe of Jo Malone London Velvet Rose & Oud?
Velvet Rose & Oud EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | F |
| 2012 | Year | 2021 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $ |
No.14 Velvety Rose EDP
The core difference here is refinement and depth. Velvet Rose & Oud is a polished, high-quality composition where the rose and oud blend almost seamlessly, and it holds up well against the rest of the niche market with strong longevity and a complex, luxurious dry-down. No.14 Velvety Rose is a decent budget alternative that gets close to the same profile, but it doesn't have the layering or naturalistic quality of the original, and it leans more synthetic and linear. It's still a solid, evening-ready scent for a fraction of the cost. Choose Velvet Rose & Oud for a refined, long-lasting signature, or No.14 Velvety Rose if you want something wallet-friendly for occasional wear.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Velvet Rose & Oud
- No.14 Velvety Rose
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a budget-friendly option for daily wear.
- You prefer a simpler, straightforward rose-oud scent.
- You need a travel-friendly fragrance on a strict budget.
- You demand high-quality, natural-smelling ingredients.
- You want a signature scent with excellent longevity.
- You prefer a versatile, unisex fragrance profile.
- You value the prestige of a luxury fragrance house.
Dark, jammy rose with clove on top, then a smooth oud and praline sweetness underneath. Rich and velvety, with just enough edge to stay interesting, and best saved for cold evenings.
Lush Damask rose with smoky oud and a touch of clove, softened by praline and amber. It is a rich, evening-ready rose-oud with moderate projection, plush rather than sharp.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Rose
23% share of the perfume
Patchouli
14% share of the perfume
Clove
11%
vs
17%
Oud
26%
vs
19%
Praline
16%
vs
15%
Amber
11% share of the perfume
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and luxurious feel make it less suitable for many office environments, as some find it quite strong. However, its sophisticated and sensual profile is perfect for dates and evening events, offering impressive longevity on clothes and a memorable presence.
Seasons
Velvety Rose's deep rose, oud, and warm spice facets are best suited to cool or transitional weather. It can be cloying in summer heat but blooms beautifully in autumn and winter, with enough lift for cool spring evenings.
Occasions
This scent's opulent rose-oud character is romantic and striking, making it ideal for dates or formal events. It is a touch too rich for office or sporty wear but could suit casual evenings.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 4 of its 6 notes, including Rose, Clove, Oud
Adds amber and patchouli
Where to buy
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No.14 Velvety Rose EDP
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