Victorian Posy Eau de Parfum bottle Victorian Posy
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1979 Year 2015
££ Price Tier ££
Velvet Eau de Parfum bottle Velvet

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Victorian Posy
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Victorian Posy
A divisive scent that evokes strong opinions, Victorian Posy is either a charming, nostalgic nod to English gardens or a dusty, old-fashioned scrubber. It's a love-it-or-hate-it classic that demands confidence to wear, certainly not for the faint-hearted.
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Our Verdict - Velvet
A properly dark, earthy rose, Velvet is sophisticated and intriguing. It's not for everyone - some find it too dry and serious - but if you like your florals brooding, this is a winner.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7% 10%
Floral 35% 30%
Fruity 2% 1%
Green 19% 23%
Sweet 16% 12%
Warm 3% 7%
Woody 15% 10%
Earthy 20% 29%
Animalic 3% 3%
Fresh 13% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Victorian Posy EdP
Velvet EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 31% vs 100%
Only in Victorian Posy
Violet 41% Jasmine 28%
Shared Notes
Oakmoss 30% vs 29%
Patchouli 17% vs 47%

Accords

Victorian Posy Velvet
100%
Green
70%
Patchouli
100%
88%
Woody
99%
85%
Earthy
95%
62%
Rose
95%
89%
Floral
72%
Musky
89%
81%
Aromatic
Amber
78%
70%
Mossy
68%
Balsamic
68%
63%
Powdery
60%
Citrus
Green shared
100%
70%
100%
Woody shared
88%
99%
Earthy shared
85%
95%
Rose shared
62%
95%
Floral shared
89%
72%
89%
81%
78%
Mossy shared
70%
68%
68%
63%
60%

Performance

Victorian Posy Velvet
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Victorian Posy

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date Casual

Its strong, assertive presence and classic floral-woody profile mean it might be a bit much for a conservative office environment, but it shines in formal settings. The romantic and nostalgic feel makes it suitable for intimate dates or casual, thoughtful wear, though its lack of freshness makes it unsuitable for sport.

Velvet

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its deep, woody, and earthy character with significant patchouli makes it less suitable for a casual sprint or an office setting where something lighter might be preferred. It's perfectly suited for an evening date or a formal event, where its sophisticated and sensual depth can really shine.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
86%
Accord
63%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Earthy, Rose accords and Rose, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Victorian Posy
Velvet
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