Is Oil Perfumery Byredo Velvet Haze a dupe of Byredo Velvet Haze?

Velvet Haze EDP

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Byredo Velvet Haze Oil

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

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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Our Verdict - Byredo Velvet Haze Oil
Velvet Haze combines creamy coconut and earthy patchouli for a modern scent that suits diverse occasions. Its moderate projection makes it versatile yet distinct.
Statement

Scent Profile

How they compare
Velvet Haze EDP A Byredo Velvet Haze Oil B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Velvet Haze EDP
Byredo Velvet Haze Oil

Notes

Shared Notes
Coconut 45% vs 40%
Patchouli 44% vs 34%
Osmanthus 27% vs 25%
Bergamot 24% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Bergamot 24% vs 100%
Only in Velvet Haze
Coconut 45% Hibiscus 31%
Shared Notes
Osmanthus 27% vs 25%
Only in Byredo Velvet Haze
Coconut 40% Cashmeran 35%
Only in Velvet Haze
Musk 56% Cacao Pod 44%
Only in Byredo Velvet Haze
Patchouli 35% Chocolate 27% Ambrette 23% Vetiver 15%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Velvet Haze Byredo Velvet Haze
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

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.

Byredo Velvet Haze

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The creamy coconut and patchouli create a versatile profile that adapts well to most seasons, particularly excelling during cooler periods like fall and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Office Casual Formal

Its moderate projection and unique scent make it suitable for casual settings and personal occasions, like dates or informal gatherings, while being interesting yet subtle for the office.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
20%
Key Similarities

Shares 4 of its 8 notes, including Bergamot, Coconut, Patchouli

Key Differences

Adds cacao pod and hibiscus, drops ambrette and cashmeran

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