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Odyssey Mandarin Sky Elixir Eau de Parfum bottle Odyssey Mandarin Sky Elixir EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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2025 Year 2021
££ Price Tier ££
Velvet Black Patchouli Eau de Parfum bottle Velvet Black Patchouli EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Odyssey Mandarin Sky Elixir EDP
A beast-mode compliment-puller that screams confidence. If you fancy a sweet and spicy citrus bomb that lasts ages, this is your jam. Some say it's not unique, comparing it to other gourmand heavy-hitters, but who cares when it gets you noticed?
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Our Verdict - Velvet Black Patchouli EDP
Velvet Black Patchouli struggles to live up to its name, baffling some with its lack of prominent patchouli. It’s an elegant, aromatic scent, but its weak performance, especially for the price, makes it a bit of a letdown for many.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Odyssey Mandarin Sky Elixir EDP
Velvet Black Patchouli EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Patchouli 20% vs 43%
Only in Odyssey Mandarin Sky Elixir
Caramel 32% Tonka Bean 28% Incense 19%
Only in Velvet Black Patchouli
Clary Sage 29% Coriander 27%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 63% vs 34%
Only in Odyssey Mandarin Sky Elixir
Vetiver 37%
Only in Velvet Black Patchouli
Tonka Bean 33% Caramel 33%

Accords

Odyssey Mandarin Sky Elixir Velvet Black Patchouli
100%
Citrus
61%
Aromatic
100%
Woody
91%
90%
Vanilla
73%
Patchouli
81%
76%
Sweet
65%
64%
Caramel
54%
51%
Balsamic
63%
60%
Warm Spicy
60%
Green
58%
52%
Amber
50%
Lavender
100%
Aromatic shared
61%
100%
91%
Vanilla shared
90%
73%
81%
Sweet shared
76%
65%
Caramel shared
64%
54%
Balsamic shared
51%
63%
Warm Spicy shared
60%
60%
58%
52%
50%

Performance

Odyssey Mandarin Sky Elixir Velvet Black Patchouli
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Odyssey Mandarin Sky Elixir

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Given its beast-mode projection and longevity, this scent is ideal for dates and casual outings where making an impression is key. It's a bit too much for a formal office setting but could work in casual environments if applied lightly. Its sweetness and projection make it less suitable for sport.

Velvet Black Patchouli

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

While initially strong, the fragrance quickly becomes a skin scent, making it suitable for intimate date nights and cooler evening wear. Its elegant character suits formal occasions, but poor longevity and sillage mean it might not last a full workday or casual outing.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean vanilla, sweet, caramel

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Odyssey Mandarin Sky Elixir EDP
Velvet Black Patchouli EDP
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