The Virgin Violet
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2022 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Areej
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
An ultra-soft, poetic violet swathed in iris and powdery musks, The Virgin Violet is a masterclass in quiet luxury. Serene, tender, and effortlessly refined, it envelops with subtlety rather than projection.
This powdery floral is a 'your skin but better' scent that splits opinion. Some find it a gentle, comforting veil, others an overwhelming talcum powder bomb or even a cleaning product. It's a crowd-pleasing scent for many, especially if you love clean, soft musks.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 2% |
| Floral | 31% | 36% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 10% | 7% |
| Sweet | 39% | 37% |
| Warm | 7% | 10% |
| Woody | 3% | 2% |
| Earthy | 8% | 3% |
| Animalic | 11% | 12% |
| Fresh | 13% | 11% |
Mood
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The floral-powdery and green profile makes it ideal for spring when violets bloom, while the soft musk and vanilla allow it to transition into cooler summer and fall days. Its gentle, non-heavy composition is less suited for winter’s depth.
Occasions
The scent’s soft projection and clean, powdery feel make it perfect for office and casual wear, while its gentle elegance also fits a romantic date. It is understated for formal events and lacks freshness or vibrancy for sporty use.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Its gentle sillage and clean, inoffensive nature make it perfect for the office or casual wear where you want to smell put-together without being loud. While some find it good for dates, its skin-scent projection and lack of boldness might not be for every formal event.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Floral, Musky accords and Violet Leaf, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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