Ginza
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Very Sexy Orchid
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Shiseido Ginza is a divisive floral-fruity, with some finding it a chic crowd-pleaser and others dismissing it as a generic shampoo scent. If you're after a youthful, clean, everyday wear, give it a go.
Surprisingly deep and alluring for VS, Very Sexy Orchid is a dark, fruity floral that's either a seductive triumph or a patchouli-heavy disappointment depending on your skin chemistry. It's a statement scent, not for the faint of heart.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 7% |
| Floral | 28% | 26% |
| Fruity | 16% | 16% |
| Green | 3% | 5% |
| Sweet | 18% | 21% |
| Warm | 11% | 7% |
| Woody | 21% | 21% |
| Earthy | 11% | 20% |
| Animalic | 1% | 1% |
| Fresh | 13% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and moderate projection makes it ideal for office and casual wear without being overwhelming. While some find it elegant enough for dates, its 'shampoo-y' quality lessens its suitability for formal settings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This fragrance isn't quite an office-friendly scent due to its assertive nature and tendency to be perceived as heavy by some. It excels in date night and evening wear, with many reviewers praising its seductive quality for such events. While it can work for formal occasions, its strong presence might be too much for some.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Fruity, Floral accords and Orchid, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.