Opulent Shaik Classic No 33 Eau de Parfum bottle Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2007 Year 2019
££££ Price Tier ££
Violet Ida Eau de Parfum bottle Violet Ida

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Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
A truly gorgeous, complex floral gourmand that's divisive enough to inspire gatekeeping, yet universally praised for its sophistication. It leaves an impression of refined elegance that's hard to forget, even if your wallet cries a little.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Violet Ida
This one's a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect a polarising hit of waxy iris and earthy carrot seed, leading some to pure powdery heaven and others to a screeching 'grandma' scent or play-doh horror. Absolutely not a safe blind buy.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10% 10%
Floral 24% 21%
Fruity 0% 1%
Green 12% 13%
Sweet 27% 34%
Warm 15% 14%
Woody 6% 3%
Earthy 8% 12%
Animalic 6% 1%
Fresh 13% 8%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Opulent Shaik Classic No 33 EdP
Violet Ida EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 29% vs 38%
Only in Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
Angelica 36% Coriander 35%
Only in Violet Ida
Carrot Seeds 62%
Shared Notes
Heliotrope 27% vs 48%
Iris 25% vs 51%
Only in Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
Peony 24% Rose 23%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 29% vs 59%
Only in Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
Tonka Bean 26% Musk 25% Sandalwood 19%
Only in Violet Ida
Styrax 40%

Accords

Opulent Shaik Classic No 33 Violet Ida
100%
Powdery
100%
99%
Vanilla
74%
67%
Musky
63%
Floral
51%
Iris
61%
55%
Rose
52%
Amber
50%
Sweet
50%
Aromatic
49%
Woody
Almond
44%
Powdery shared
100%
100%
Vanilla shared
99%
74%
67%
63%
Iris shared
51%
61%
55%
52%
50%
50%
49%
44%

Performance

Opulent Shaik Classic No 33 Violet Ida
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Opulent Shaik Classic No 33

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong longevity and sillage, it's perhaps too powerful for an office setting, but perfect for dates or dressier events. Its warmth and sensual nature make it less suitable for casual daytime wear or sport.

Violet Ida

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and longevity make it versatile, leaning towards casual and date settings due to its comforting, intimate nature. The 'old-fashioned' feel notes mean it's less suited for energetic activities or strongly formal ones.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
85%
Accord
64%
Key Similarities

Both share Powdery, Vanilla, Iris accords and Iris, Vanilla notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Opulent Shaik Classic No 33
Violet Ida
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