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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a bit of a slow burn, but give it time. Virtue starts a touch rough around the edges, but quickly settles into a long-lasting, sophisticated oud-rose profile that's definitely a head-turner.
This one's a proper dark horse. Crysta Oud takes a classic rose-oud combo and gives it a modern twist that manages to be both familiar and surprising. It's a challenging wear for some, a hidden gem for others, but rarely boring.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 6% |
| Floral | 20% | 17% |
| Fruity | 9% | 8% |
| Green | 3% | 6% |
| Sweet | 20% | 17% |
| Warm | 26% | 31% |
| Woody | 15% | 15% |
| Earthy | 14% | 8% |
| Animalic | 23% | 13% |
| Fresh | 5% | 16% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and winter pair best.
Occasions
Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage mean Virtue fills a room, making it less suitable for office environments. However, these same traits, combined with its luxurious amber-oud character, make it a superb choice for evening dates and formal events.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and significant longevity, this scent is a bit too much for the office. It truly shines for dates and formal events, reflecting its sophisticated and bold character, while being a bit too heavy for casual daytime wear or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy accords and Musk, Saffron notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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