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Soie Malaquais Eau de Parfum bottle Soie Malaquais EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2022 Year 2017
££££ Price Tier ££££
Velvet Haze Eau de Parfum bottle Velvet Haze EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Soie Malaquais EDP
This one is a divisive delight, drawing adoration for its unique, silken charm, yet some can't get past what they see as a synthetic, shampoo-like quality or steep price. If you want a smooth, fruity-nutty rose with an elusive 'silk' accord, and don't mind a softer projection, this could be your next obsession.
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Our Verdict - Velvet Haze EDP
Velvet Haze is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, a divisive beast. It's often compared to Narciso Rodriguez For Her, but for those who get it, this is a richer, creamier, and undeniably sexier take. Be warned: the opening can be challenging, but the dry down is pure magic for some.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Soie Malaquais EDP
Velvet Haze EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 36% vs 24%
Only in Soie Malaquais
Blackcurrant 64%
Only in Velvet Haze
Coconut 45% Hibiscus 31%
Shared Notes
Cacao Pod 44% vs 43%
Only in Soie Malaquais
Chestnut 55%
Only in Velvet Haze
Musk 56%

Accords

Soie Malaquais Velvet Haze
100%
Fruity
Musky
100%
92%
Warm Spicy
64%
91%
Cacao
52%
86%
Rose
72%
Nutty
Patchouli
71%
52%
Woody
70%
68%
Floral
65%
Coconut
65%
Powdery
60%
58%
Balsamic
56%
Citrus
Sweet
52%
Earthy
46%
100%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
92%
64%
Cacao shared
91%
52%
86%
72%
71%
Woody shared
52%
70%
Floral shared
68%
65%
65%
60%
58%
56%
52%
46%

Performance

Soie Malaquais Velvet Haze
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Soie Malaquais

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and smooth elegance make it suitable for office wear, though its sensuality really shines on a date. The warm, comforting accords perfectly suit cooler weather and more intimate, relaxed or formal settings, rather than casual daytime or sport.

Velvet Haze

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its musky, warm, and subtly sweet character, with moderate sillage (though some find it strong), makes it ideal for dates and evening events. While some wear it casually, the rich accords might be too much for everyday office wear, and it's certainly not suited for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
72%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, cacao, floral

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Soie Malaquais EDP
Velvet Haze EDP
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