The Merchant of Venice 2018 EDP

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Venetian Blue Intense

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The Merchant of Venice Venetian Blue Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Venetian Blue Intense opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Apple, and Pineapple, settles into a heart of Patchouli, Birch, and Pepper, and dries down to a base of Musk, Oakmoss, and Ambergris. The Merchant of Venice's Venetian Blue Intense carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This one is a total chad, a beast with serious performance. While the Aventus comparisons are strong, it stands on its own as a fresh, fruity leather that gets noticed. Some say it's more intense and dense than the original, making it a reliable choice for cooler weather.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Bright
  • Confident
  • Energetic
  • Clean
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Venetian Blue Intense Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its impressive longevity and strong sillage, often described as a 'beast,' make it less ideal for enclosed office environments. However, its sophisticated fruity-leather profile is perfect for dates and evening events, offering a memorable and confident presence. Reviewers noted wearing it for long shifts and attracting compliments, suggesting its versatility for various casual settings where performance is key, though perhaps too much for active sports.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Venetian Blue Intense opens with a bright, juicy blast of pineapple and crisp green apple, underscored by zesty bergamot. This vibrant fruity start quickly transitions into a smoky-leathery heart, where birch adds a distinctive edge, given depth by earthy patchouli and a kick of black pepper. The drydown settles into a robust, mossy base, with ambergris providing a touch of warmth and musk ensuring a lasting, confident trail.

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