Velvet Rose & Oud
Jo Malone LondonCologne2012
Side by side
Velvet Rose & Oud vs. Rose Absolument
Velvet Rose & Oud rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
The essentials
At a glance
| Velvet Rose & Oud | Rose Absolument | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Cologne | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2012 | 2020 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Fabrice Pellegrin | Serge de Oliveira |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Velvet Rose & Oud
Rose
Oud
Sweet
Floral
Warm Spicy
Lactonic
Rose Absolument
Rose
Honey
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Floral
Amber
Woody
Sweet
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
PralineClove
GeraniumElemi Resin
Heart
Damask Rose
RoseHoneyOsmanthus
Base
Agarwood (oud)
LabdanumPapyrusPatchouli
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Velvet Rose & Oud | Rose Absolument | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
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
Rose for people who think they don't like rose. The honey makes it edible, the labdanum keeps it grounded in something slightly smoky. The composition balances sweetness with resinous depth.Rose Absolument