Poets of Berlin
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2021 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Velvet Iris
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper head-scratcher. While some adore its unique blueberry-vanilla-green blend, a fair few smell anything from wet dirt and old cigarettes to sickly sweet lemon candy. Definitely not a blind buy.
A truly polarising scent, Velvet Iris is either a masterclass in niche perfumery with its compelling dark iris and woody accords, or a bafflingly weak scent for the price. Love it or hate it, just don't expect it to last.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 13% |
| Floral | 8% | 10% |
| Fruity | 15% | 11% |
| Green | 17% | 11% |
| Sweet | 26% | 22% |
| Warm | 4% | 7% |
| Woody | 17% | 21% |
| Earthy | 8% | 9% |
| Animalic | 0% | 5% |
| Fresh | 18% | 21% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and versatility, blending fresh and cozy notes, make it suitable for office and casual wear. The sweet, warm dry-down is appealing for dates, while its unique and at times divisive character, alongside average longevity, makes it less suited for formal or sporty occasions.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its subtle projection and short longevity make it suitable for close-quarters like office or dinner dates, where a powerful scent isn't ideal. The unique woody and powdery accords lend themselves well to both casual and slightly more formal settings, though its poor performance limits its impact.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Powdery, Sweet accords and Vetiver, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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