Duchessa
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Venom of Love
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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive, though a triumph for some. If you're after a dark, opulent cherry that swerves the cough syrup vibe, Duchessa delivers. But for others, the saffron's too screechy or the cherry too fleeting, leaving a Baccarat Rouge 540-esque drydown that's not for everyone. Definitely sample first.
This boozy, cherry-chocolate gourmand hits hard at first sniff, but its performance is divisive. While some find it deeply seductive and long-lasting, others are let down by its fleeting glory. A luxurious scent, if it works for your skin.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 0% |
| Floral | 17% | 12% |
| Fruity | 15% | 20% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 42% | 50% |
| Warm | 23% | 14% |
| Woody | 3% | 4% |
| Earthy | 10% | 7% |
| Animalic | 4% | 2% |
| Fresh | 3% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent, dark, and sensual profile makes it ideal for date nights and formal events, commanding attention without being overtly 'dressy'. It's too heavy and projecting for office wear and completely unsuitable for sport, but can work for casual evening wear if applied sparingly.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong gourmand and warm spicy accords make it ideal for date nights and formal evening events, though it's too intense for office wear. While some wear it casually, the rich nature makes it less suitable for everyday errands.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Cherry, Almond accords and Almond, Dark Chocolate notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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