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Which Should You Buy?
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Tom Ford Velvet Orchid (2014) - bergamot, black orchid and vanilla translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
This is a seriously impressive dupe, delivering beast-mode performance and uncanny resemblance to its high-end inspiration. However, its overpowering sweetness and 'old-style' intensity make it a love-it-or-hate-it affair, definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 17% |
| Floral | 29% | 31% |
| Fruity | 4% | 3% |
| Green | 3% | 2% |
| Sweet | 36% | 31% |
| Warm | 10% | 13% |
| Woody | 8% | 8% |
| Earthy | 4% | 8% |
| Animalic | 9% | 8% |
| Fresh | 9% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Orchid-honey-vanilla autumn-winter fit.
Occasions
Date, formal evening, statement.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its 'beastly' longevity and 'exuberant' trail, this isn't one for the office - it’s far too much for close quarters. It shines on a date or formal evening event where its opulent sweetness and strong projection can make an impactful statement.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Amber, Sweet accords and Bergamot, Myrrh notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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