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Which Should You Buy?
This one is a divisive delight. Some find it a 'tropical paradise' of coconut and vanilla, a creamy, sweet dream for summer. Others get 'pungent,' 'sickly sweet' 'body decomp', or even 'toilets in Mecca.' Clearly, this isn't a safe blind buy.
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 | 8% | 7% |
| Floral | 28% | 26% |
| Fruity | 25% | 16% |
| Green | 6% | 5% |
| Sweet | 23% | 21% |
| Warm | 6% | 7% |
| Woody | 16% | 21% |
| Earthy | 10% | 20% |
| Animalic | 4% | 1% |
| Fresh | 11% | 8% |
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 potent nature and prominent sweet, fruity, and woody accords make it less suitable for formal or office settings. However, it's frequently praised for excellent longevity even in heat and water, making it a stellar choice for casual, summer, and date-night wear.
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, Powdery accords and Blackcurrant, Orchid notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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