Afternoon Swim
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2025 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Azure Velvet
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a juicy, natural orange bomb that brings all the summer vibes, but the price-to-performance ratio has people in a chokehold. Prepare for a glorious, albeit fleeting, citrus burst that you'll either adore enough to reapply constantly or dismiss as wildly overpriced orange juice.
Skip the original; Azure Velvet is the superior, more wearable interpretation. It's a fresher, airier take on a classic profile, offering mass appeal and versatility, though some batches might need extra sprays for projection.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 61% | 12% |
| Floral | 4% | 16% |
| Fruity | 12% | 12% |
| Green | 2% | 12% |
| Sweet | 15% | 12% |
| Warm | 10% | 6% |
| Woody | 1% | 12% |
| Earthy | 2% | 6% |
| Animalic | 11% | 0% |
| Fresh | 29% | 32% |
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Given its fresh, light citrus profile and generally poor longevity, Afternoon Swim is best suited for casual wear, holidays, or sports. It's too fleeting and summery for formal events or most office settings, though a quick reapplication could make it work for a casual date.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and fresh, clean profile make it highly suitable for the office and casual wear. While versatile enough for dates, its lack of beast-mode performance might not make it the top choice for formal events, and it can even work for the gym due to its freshness.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Fresh Spicy, Citrus accords and Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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