The Virgin Violet
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2011 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
An ultra-soft, poetic violet swathed in iris and powdery musks, The Virgin Violet is a masterclass in quiet luxury. Serene, tender, and effortlessly refined, it envelops with subtlety rather than projection.
Chanel's Jersey is a divisive, love-it-or-hate-it lavender. For some, it’s a serene, high-quality lavender, vanilla, and musk dream. For others, it’s a cloying, soapy, and altogether unpleasant synthetic mess. Either way, it's unmistakably Chanel.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 31% | 34% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 10% | 16% |
| Sweet | 39% | 30% |
| Warm | 7% | 5% |
| Woody | 3% | 1% |
| Earthy | 8% | 2% |
| Animalic | 11% | 12% |
| Fresh | 13% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The floral-powdery and green profile makes it ideal for spring when violets bloom, while the soft musk and vanilla allow it to transition into cooler summer and fall days. Its gentle, non-heavy composition is less suited for winter’s depth.
Occasions
The scent’s soft projection and clean, powdery feel make it perfect for office and casual wear, while its gentle elegance also fits a romantic date. It is understated for formal events and lacks freshness or vibrancy for sporty use.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its soft sillage and clean, calming aroma make it perfect for casual wear and suitable for office environments where subtlety is key. The relaxed, comforting profile might not suit highly formal occasions or energising sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Musky, Floral, Powdery accords and Musk, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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