The Merchant of Venice 2020 Edp

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Colonia Veneziana

The Merchant of Venice Colonia Veneziana is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. Colonia Veneziana opens with Rosemary, Bergamot, Lemon, and Orange, settles into a heart of Iris, Clary Sage, and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Musk and Cedar. The Merchant of Venice's Colonia Veneziana carries a Statement verdict, a citrus-led wear.

This one's a divisive citrus aromatic. Some reckon it's a fresh, vibrant, full-on citrus masterpiece, perfect for blazing hot days. Others find it quickly sours into a bitter, medicinal mess on the drydown. Definitely not a blind buy.
  • Fresh
  • Classic
  • Bold
  • Uplifting
  • Luxurious
Colonia Veneziana Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 25%
Floral 10%
Fruity 3%
Green 14%
Sweet 7%
Warm 12%
Woody 18%
Earthy 5%
Animalic 12%
Fresh 28%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport

Its fresh, energetic citrus and aromatic profile makes it quite versatile for casual wear and sport. However, the strong citrus opening and potential for a bitter drydown make it less suitable for formal settings or intimate dates. Office appropriateness is middling due to its initial intensity.

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About

Colonia Veneziana opens with a sharp, tangy blast of pure citrus - think freshly squeezed lemon and orange, brightened by bergamot, with an aromatic kick of rosemary. As it settles, a cool, rooty iris emerges, blended with the spicy warmth of ginger and the herbaceous clarity of clary sage. The base attempts to anchor this freshness with a clean musk and dry cedar, though for some, this transition turns unexpectedly bitter.