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Malmaison Encore Eau de Parfum bottle Malmaison Encore EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2013 Year 2018
££ Price Tier ££
Velvet Oriental Musk Eau de Parfum bottle Velvet Oriental Musk EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Malmaison Encore EDP
Skip this one. Floris Malmaison Encore is a costly disappointment, serving up a dated lotion vibe and woeful performance that'll make you question your life choices. Seriously, save your cash.
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Our Verdict - Velvet Oriental Musk EDP
A refined musk that envelops you with its warm spice and sweet nuances, making it an alluring choice for colder days and elegant evenings.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Malmaison Encore EDP
Velvet Oriental Musk EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Cardamom 39% vs 58%
Only in Malmaison Encore
Pepper 42% Bergamot 19%
Only in Velvet Oriental Musk
Clove 42%
Shared Notes
Ylang-Ylang 26% vs 40%
Only in Malmaison Encore
Clove 31% Nutmeg 30% Rose 12%
Only in Velvet Oriental Musk
Cinnamon 60%

Accords

Malmaison Encore Velvet Oriental Musk
100%
Amber
97%
Vanilla
Musky
90%
76%
Warm Spicy
85%
72%
Woody
80%
56%
Sweet
75%
73%
Powdery
54%
Aromatic
51%
Floral
100%
97%
90%
Warm Spicy shared
76%
85%
Woody shared
72%
80%
Sweet shared
56%
75%
73%
54%
51%

Performance

Malmaison Encore Velvet Oriental Musk
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Malmaison Encore

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Also Works:
Office Casual

Its weak performance means it won't offend in an office, but it also won't make an impression anywhere else. The soft, somewhat dated character isn't ideal for modern formal events or energetic casual outings.

Velvet Oriental Musk

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The warm and spicy notes are well-suited to cooler weather but balanced enough for spring. The musky sweetness may be heavy in the peak of summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its elegant musk and spicy sweetness make it ideal for date nights and formal events, with moderate projection suitable for office environments as well.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
84%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, woody, sweet

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Malmaison Encore EDP
Velvet Oriental Musk EDP
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