Velvet Rose & Oud
Jo Malone LondonCologne2012
Side by side
Velvet Rose & Oud vs. Absolute Oriental
Velvet Rose & Oud projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Velvet Rose & Oud | Absolute Oriental | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Cologne | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2012 | 2014 |
| Gender | Unisex | Female |
| Perfumer | Fabrice Pellegrin | Fabrice Pellegrin |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Velvet Rose & Oud
Rose
Oud
Sweet
Floral
Warm Spicy
Lactonic
Absolute Oriental
Floral
Woody
Rose
Warm Spicy
Powdery
Patchouli
Vanilla
Earthy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
PralineClove
FreesiaBergamotOsmanthus
Heart
Damask Rose
RosePeonySaffron
Base
Agarwood (oud)
AmberMuskPatchouliSandalwoodVanilla
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Velvet Rose & Oud | Absolute Oriental | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
This one leans into richness without heaviness. The rose is lush, the oud is present but not aggressive, and praline keeps things from getting too serious.Velvet Rose & Oud
Spiced rose with depth, saffron gives it an edge most florals won't touch. Oriental warmth without the usual sweetness. This is the one for people who think they don't like rose.Absolute Oriental