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Velvet Rose & Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Velvet Rose & Oud EDP
EDP Concentration Oil
U Gender U
2012 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud Perfume Oil bottle Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud Oil

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Velvet Rose & Oud EDP
Skip the MFK and the hefty price tag; this Jo Malone pulls off the beloved rose and oud combo with undeniable grace and just enough edge to keep things interesting. It's a powerhouse for the brand, giving more bang for your buck than most JMs.
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Our Verdict - Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud Oil
A jammier, sweeter read on Jo Malone's Velvet Rose & Oud Cologne Intense. The rose-and-oud pairing translates well in outline but loses the original's velvety, restrained texture in favour of a louder fruit-forward opening.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Velvet Rose & Oud EDP
Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud Oil

Notes

Velvet Rose & Oud
Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud
Only in Velvet Rose & Oud
Clove 100%
Only in Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud
Rose 67% Raspberry 33%
Only in Velvet Rose & Oud
Rose 100%
Only in Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud
Oud 62% Patchouli 38%
Only in Velvet Rose & Oud
Oud 50% Praline 50%
Only in Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud
Musk 50% Amber 50%

Accords

Velvet Rose & Oud Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud
100%
Rose
100%
82%
Oud
Woody
80%
65%
Sweet
51%
Floral
Fruity
50%
Amber
50%
44%
Lactonic
Musky
40%
Rose shared
100%
100%
Oud
82%
80%
65%
51%
50%
50%
44%
40%

Performance

Velvet Rose & Oud Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Velvet Rose & Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and luxurious feel make it less suitable for many office environments, as some find it quite strong. However, its sophisticated and sensual profile is perfect for dates and evening events, offering impressive longevity on clothes and a memorable presence.

Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

The rich, jammy rose and dry oud base read as cold-weather comfort rather than a light summer scent.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Built for evenings - romantic dinners and dressed-up occasions - where its rose-oud richness has room to unfold.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
1%
Key Similarities

Both share Rose, Oud notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Velvet Rose & Oud EDP
Jo Malone Velvet Rose & Oud Oil
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