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London Rain Wisteria & Violet Eau de Parfum bottle London Rain Wisteria & Violet EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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2014 Year -
££££ Price Tier £
Velvet Blossom Elixir Eau de Parfum bottle Velvet Blossom Elixir EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - London Rain Wisteria & Violet EDP
This is a divisive one. You'll either get swept away by its 'violet candy' sweetness and nostalgic charm, or you'll be put off by its 'grape juice' opening and lack of warmth. Definitely not a safe blind buy, despite the lovely name.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Velvet Blossom Elixir EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of My Sweetest Morphin by Ex Nihilo - a floral fragrance led by Lilac, Ozonic notes, Bergamot, with fresh depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
London Rain Wisteria & Violet EDP
Velvet Blossom Elixir EDP

Notes

Only in London Rain Wisteria & Violet
Water Lily 100%
Only in London Rain Wisteria & Violet
Wisteria 56% Violet 44%
Only in Velvet Blossom Elixir
Mimosa 38% Rose 33% Solar Note 28%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 100% vs 28%
Only in Velvet Blossom Elixir
Musk 38% Vetiver 33%

Accords

London Rain Wisteria & Violet Velvet Blossom Elixir
100%
Floral
90%
68%
Fresh
78%
Citrus
66%
Woody
54%
50%
Powdery
46%
Aquatic
46%
Patchouli
Musky
42%
Floral shared
100%
90%
Fresh shared
68%
78%
66%
54%
50%
46%
46%
42%

Performance

London Rain Wisteria & Violet Velvet Blossom Elixir
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

London Rain Wisteria & Violet

Seasons

Best For:
Summer

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its soft, relatively subtle character and fresh floral notes make it suitable for casual wear or even the office, provided you don't over-spray. It's not assertive enough for formal events, and certainly not built for sport.

Velvet Blossom Elixir

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Best in spring and summer - the floral, fresh profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Keep it for casual and daily - the floral accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean floral, fresh

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

London Rain Wisteria & Violet EDP
Velvet Blossom Elixir EDP
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