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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Violet Sapphire
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one is a real head-scratcher and polarises reviewers like no other. Some find it a sophisticated, deep amber floral, others a cloying, cheap imitation of CK Euphoria with poor performance. Best to try before you buy, as your mileage may vary wildly.
Violet Sapphire is a divisive one. Fans call it a 'beast mode' fruity-oud, a step up from the Erba Pura style with a smoother, more natural feel. Critics, though, find it overpriced and surprisingly similar to mass-market fruity fragrances, with some detecting an unpleasant 'dirty musk' or 'barnyard' oud.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 2% |
| Floral | 30% | 32% |
| Fruity | 25% | 23% |
| Green | 8% | 6% |
| Sweet | 33% | 27% |
| Warm | 11% | 8% |
| Woody | 14% | 13% |
| Earthy | 4% | 5% |
| Animalic | 9% | 15% |
| Fresh | 11% | 12% |
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its rich, dark, and often sweet character, combined with a strong sillage for some, makes it unsuitable for office or casual daytime wear. It's best reserved for evening dates or formal events where its warmth and sensuality can shine.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This perfume is a 'beast mode' performer with strong projection and longevity, making it too overwhelming for close-quarter office environments. Its opulent blend of fruits, florals, and oud is perfect for evening dates and formal events where you want to make a statement, but some find it versatile enough for more casual, daring wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Woody, Sweet accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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