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Iris Prima Eau de Parfum bottle Iris Prima EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender F
2013 Year 2022
££ Price Tier ££
Viola 3 Eau de Parfum bottle Viola 3 EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Iris Prima EDP
This Penhaligon's gem divides the crowd: one third rave about its unique blend of clean iris and soft leather, evoking ballet studios and vintage glamour. The rest, however, find it far too subtle, disappearing within minutes, or too simple a leather-citrus mix. Not for those who want to announce their presence, but a refined choice for personal enjoyment.
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Our Verdict - Viola 3 EDP
This one's a sophisticated shapeshifter. Viola 3 opens bright and citrusy, then settles into a luxurious, powdery iris-leather embrace. It's a proper grown-up scent, perfect for when you want to feel put-together and chic.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Iris Prima EDP
Viola 3 EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 54% vs 10%
Pink Pepper 45% vs 21%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 33% vs 20%
Only in Iris Prima
Iris 67%
Only in Viola 3
Orris 57% Rose 22%
Shared Notes
Leather 25% vs 15%
Vetiver 15% vs 11%
Sandalwood 15% vs 8%
Vanilla 14% vs 6%
Amber 13% vs 7%

Accords

Iris Prima Viola 3
100%
Iris
89%
Woody
100%
96%
Leather
96%
Powdery
68%
60%
Citrus
80%
73%
Earthy
64%
73%
Amber
54%
67%
Animalic
61%
Vanilla
58%
Aromatic
58%
Sweet
55%
Musky
51%
100%
Woody shared
89%
100%
96%
Powdery shared
96%
68%
Citrus shared
60%
80%
Earthy shared
73%
64%
Amber shared
73%
54%
67%
Vanilla shared
61%
58%
58%
55%
51%

Performance

Iris Prima Viola 3
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Iris Prima

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its soft sillage and moderate longevity make it ideal for office, date, and formal settings, where a gentle, refined presence is preferred. The clean iris and subtle leather accords are versatile, though it's too understated and delicate for sport.

Viola 3

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its refined powdery and woody accords suggest suitability for office or formal settings, though its warmth could be a touch much in very close quarters. The elegant dry-down makes it a prime candidate for a sophisticated date night, while it's a bit too 'dressed up' for casual wear or sport.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean powdery, woody, earthy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Iris Prima EDP
Viola 3 EDP
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