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Which Should You Buy?
Indian Venus is a divisive one, a polarising blend of sweet white florals and deep woods. Some find it a heavenly, soft cloud, while others are off-put by a challenging, acrid drydown. Definitely not for a blind buy.
Hayati is a beautifully balanced, subtle musk-rose powerhouse with surprisingly polarising performance. Seriously, people are either anosmic to it or find it eternal. Don't go overboard, especially with the oil, or you'll overwhelm everyone.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 0% |
| Floral | 20% | 17% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 3% |
| Sweet | 32% | 26% |
| Warm | 9% | 8% |
| Woody | 29% | 31% |
| Earthy | 7% | 12% |
| Animalic | 15% | 18% |
| Fresh | 6% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
The prominent sweet and woody accords make this best suited for cooler weather and romantic settings. While some find it comforting for casual wear, its intensity and potential for an 'off-putting' drydown limit its versatility for formal or office environments.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
While discreet, its strong projection for some wearers means it's best applied sparingly for the office. It's a perfect choice for dates and casual settings due to its alluring, subtly intimate character. For formal events, its elegance makes it suitable, though perhaps not the most commanding choice.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Sweet, Musky accords and Woody, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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