Midsummer Woman
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2009 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Mega
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This aquatic floral is a divisive one. Fans eulogise its fresh, airy charm, perfect for hot days. Detractors are less kind, complaining it smells like a chemical cleaner or generic citrus. A classic example of reformulation angst.
Mega by Viktor&Rolf is a seriously divisive aquatic floral. Some hail it as a fresh, juicy masterpiece, others dismiss it as a generic, watery mess or even a 'melonbomb'. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so test this one on skin first, ideally before that pear note turns into something nasty.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 5% |
| Floral | 30% | 31% |
| Fruity | 13% | 7% |
| Green | 11% | 15% |
| Sweet | 17% | 17% |
| Warm | 0% | 2% |
| Woody | 17% | 14% |
| Earthy | 5% | 0% |
| Animalic | 7% | 16% |
| Fresh | 20% | 22% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, airy, and aquatic nature makes it ideal for casual wear, especially in hot weather, and perfectly suited for sport. While it's light enough for office wear, its perceived lack of longevity and 'cleaning product' association for some makes it less ideal for formal or romantic settings.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and often subtle sillage makes it suitable for office and casual wear, though its linearity might bore some. While some reviews suggest it's good for romantic occasions due to its clean and 'dreamy' feel, it's generally considered less appropriate for formal events, lacking the necessary gravitas.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aquatic, Fresh, Fruity accords and Jasmine, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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