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A divisive one, this. Loved by many as a light, ethereal violet and citrus dream, but just as many find it too weak with too much lemon. Beautiful bottle, though.
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 | 10% | 5% |
| Floral | 29% | 31% |
| Fruity | 7% | 7% |
| Green | 13% | 15% |
| Sweet | 21% | 17% |
| Warm | 4% | 2% |
| Woody | 11% | 14% |
| Earthy | 3% | 0% |
| Animalic | 11% | 16% |
| Fresh | 21% | 22% |
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 fresh, light nature and poor projection make it ideal for casual wear or the office where it won't offend. For dates, it's subtle and romantic, but lacks the presence for formal events. It's too delicate for sport.
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, Ozonic accords and Violet Leaf, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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