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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2003 | Year | 2011 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Opus V – Woods Symphony
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This discontinued Lancôme beauty is a controversial one. Some find it a timeless, sophisticated masterpiece - a true "real woman" scent. Others are repulsed by what they describe as a sharp, cleaning-fluid-like nastiness. Love it or hate it, it aims for classic femininity.
This one's a proper head-scratcher and polarising as they come. Many find Opus V lacks imagination, smells of bleach, or is just 'meh', but its few devotees hail it as a masterpiece of creamy orris and subtle woods. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 1% |
| Floral | 52% | 60% |
| Fruity | 3% | 2% |
| Green | 3% | 3% |
| Sweet | 29% | 28% |
| Warm | 4% | 7% |
| Woody | 11% | 7% |
| Earthy | 11% | 9% |
| Animalic | 13% | 4% |
| Fresh | 7% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
While some find it office-appropriate due to its elegance, its potential for strong projection and intimate warmth make it better suited for dates or formal events. The floral and woody accords lend themselves to versatility, but definitely less for casual wear or sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its generally subtle projection and refined character make it suitable for office and formal wear, though some find it too feminine or weak. It’s too delicate for casual everyday use and completely unsuitable for sport, with many complaining about its performance.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Iris, Woody, Powdery accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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