Virtuous
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2015 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Oud Couture
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive beast, not for the faint of heart. Some find its initial blast off-putting, a challenging blend of spice and deep woods, but it settles into something surprisingly wearable. You'll either love its bold, Arabian character or find it utterly perplexing.
This one's a proper grower. Give Oud Couture five minutes past that initial medicinal blast, and you're in for a seriously luxurious, rose-drenched oud experience. It's a love-it-or-hate-it opening that mellows beautifully.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 30% | 33% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 2% |
| Sweet | 19% | 15% |
| Warm | 24% | 23% |
| Woody | 17% | 28% |
| Earthy | 11% | 13% |
| Animalic | 19% | 13% |
| Fresh | 5% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
Given its strong sillage, long lasting performance, and rich, spicy oud-rose profile, Virtuous is best reserved for evenings or cooler weather. It's likely too intense for an office environment but makes a statement on a date or at a formal event.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its powerful rose-oud blend and moderate sillage make it a standout for dates and formal events, commanding attention without being overwhelming. The rich, oriental profile is less suited for casual daytime wear or professional office settings, where it might be seen as too heavy.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Oud, Floral accords and Rose, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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