Optus VII Eau de Parfum bottle Optus VII
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2022 Year 2023
£ Price Tier £
Imperial Duae Eau de Parfum bottle Imperial Duae

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Optus VII Eau de Parfum
This is a gutsy, niche-style scent with a surprising refinement for the price. It's not a crowd-pleaser and some find it challenging, but for those who appreciate a bold, mysterious leather, it's a real gem.
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Our Verdict - Imperial Duae Eau de Parfum
This one's a sleeper hit, apparently. A genuinely intriguing leather-green scent that's got reviewers buzzing about its uniqueness and unexpected charm. Don't sleep on this gem.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 1% 1%
Fruity 1% 0%
Green 19% 11%
Sweet 5% 20%
Warm 23% 23%
Woody 12% 21%
Earthy 26% 29%
Animalic 31% 21%
Fresh 7% 4%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Optus VII EdP
Imperial Duae EdP

Notes

Only in Imperial Duae Eau de Parfum
Pine 36% Saffron 33% Nutmeg 30%
Only in Optus VII Eau de Parfum
Costus 67% Galbanum 33%
Only in Imperial Duae Eau de Parfum
Vanilla 38% Patchouli 31% Hay 31%
Shared Notes
Leather 55% vs 66%
Only in Optus VII Eau de Parfum
Patchouli 44%
Only in Imperial Duae Eau de Parfum
Oakmoss 33%

Accords

Optus VII Eau de Parfum Imperial Duae Eau de Parfum
100%
Aromatic
58%
73%
Leather
100%
Woody
87%
81%
Warm Spicy
70%
73%
Earthy
66%
Fresh Spicy
68%
Vanilla
65%
63%
Patchouli
51%
56%
Green
62%
57%
Animalic
58%
52%
Herbal
Conifer
51%
Aromatic shared
100%
58%
Leather shared
73%
100%
87%
Warm Spicy shared
81%
70%
73%
Fresh Spicy shared
66%
68%
65%
Patchouli shared
63%
51%
Green shared
56%
62%
Animalic shared
57%
58%
52%
51%

Performance

Optus VII Eau de Parfum Imperial Duae Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Optus VII Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and significant longevity, this scent is best suited for evening wear and formal events rather than a typical office setting or sporty activities. Its bold character also lends itself well to date nights where making an impression is key.

Imperial Duae Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

While its unique leather and green accords make it versatile, the fragrance's strength and projection suggest it's best suited for evenings or cooler weather. It's generally inoffensive, making it suitable for casual and certain office settings, though it truly shines on a date or for a more formal event.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
79%
Olfactory
92%
Notes
78%
Accord
70%
Key Similarities

Both share Aromatic, Warm Spicy, Leather accords and Leather, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Optus VII Eau de Parfum
Imperial Duae Eau de Parfum
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