Venezia
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1992 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Dark Kiss
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A legendary, much-missed 90s powerhouse, Venezia is a complex, opulent fruity-amber scent that inspires fierce loyalty and nostalgia. Modern reformulations might miss the mark, but the vintage original is a rare and beloved masterpiece.
This one's a divisive throwback. Some absolutely adore its sweet, dark fruitiness and mysterious edge, finding it surprisingly potent for a Bath & Body Works offering. Others find it overwhelmingly sweet, like 'cough syrup' or 'berry yogurt,' lacking the sophistication they sought.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 6% |
| Floral | 23% | 21% |
| Fruity | 18% | 14% |
| Green | 6% | 5% |
| Sweet | 33% | 28% |
| Warm | 14% | 18% |
| Woody | 11% | 9% |
| Earthy | 5% | 11% |
| Animalic | 10% | 10% |
| Fresh | 7% | 9% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Venezia's rich oriental depth and strong sillage make it too imposing for most office environments, but it excels in cooler weather for dates, formal events, and intimate casual evenings. Its luxurious character is best suited for special occasions where you want to make a statement.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong, sweet, and musky profile, which many reviews mention as long-lasting and noticeable, makes it less suitable for office wear. However, these same qualities, particularly the 'sexy' and 'seductive' aspects highlighted by users, position it perfectly for dates and evening casual outings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Fruity, Sweet accords and Rose, Geranium notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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