Fidji Eau de Toilette bottle Fidji
Edt Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1966 Year 2021
££ Price Tier ££
Rouge Velours Eau de Parfum bottle Rouge Velours

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Fidji Eau de Toilette
This legendary green floral is a time capsule, evocative of a certain era. Whether it's a nostalgic trip or a fresh discovery, Fidji is a quintessential classic despite reformulations dampening its original strength. A love-it-or-leave-it kind of scent thanks to its distinct vintage vibe.
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Our Verdict - Rouge Velours Eau de Parfum
This is a bold, velvety rose-patchouli that'll make you feel like 'that girl' - or 'that guy'. It's not a safe blind buy thanks to the prominent patchouli, but for those who love a deep, dark rose, it’s an absolute stunner and a solid example of the genre.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7% 0%
Floral 30% 31%
Fruity 1% 2%
Green 13% 14%
Sweet 15% 14%
Warm 11% 11%
Woody 14% 14%
Earthy 17% 20%
Animalic 6% 9%
Fresh 13% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Fidji EdT
Rouge Velours EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Jasmine 13% vs 29%
Rose 10% vs 44%
Only in Rouge Velours Eau de Parfum
Iris 26%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 15% vs 27%
Musk 13% vs 27%
Patchouli 12% vs 44%

Accords

Fidji Eau de Toilette Rouge Velours Eau de Parfum
100%
Green
Rose
100%
89%
Woody
74%
88%
Earthy
67%
85%
Floral
58%
79%
Powdery
51%
Patchouli
77%
72%
Iris
52%
67%
Aromatic
64%
Warm Spicy
54%
60%
White Floral
62%
Musky
52%
100%
100%
Woody shared
89%
74%
Earthy shared
88%
67%
Floral shared
85%
58%
Powdery shared
79%
51%
77%
Iris shared
72%
52%
67%
Warm Spicy shared
64%
54%
White Floral shared
60%
62%
52%

Performance

Fidji Eau de Toilette Rouge Velours Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Fidji Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate projection and fresh, clean character make it versatile for most daytime settings, including the office, but its subtle nature may get lost in very formal evening events. Many consider it an everyday wear, perfect for casual outings or a relaxed office environment.

Rouge Velours Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent rose and earthy patchouli accords, combined with strong performance reports, make it too bold for an office setting. However, its luxurious and sensual character is perfect for dates and formal events, though for casual wear it depends on the wearer's confidence.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
85%
Accord
63%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Earthy, White Floral accords and Rose, Iris notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Fidji Eau de Toilette
Rouge Velours Eau de Parfum
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