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    Velvet Fantasy vs. Erba Pura

    Very similar
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    Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Velvet Fantasy vs. Erba Pura
    Velvet FantasyErba Pura
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20202013
    GenderFemaleUnisex
    PerfumerChristian Carbonnel
    Best seasonSpringSpring

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Velvet Fantasy

    Amber
    Fruity
    Powdery
    Musky
    Sweet
    Citrus
    Violet
    Rose

    Erba Pura

    Citrus
    Fruity
    Musky
    Sweet
    Powdery
    Vanilla
    Amber
    Fresh Spicy

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Fruity NotesCitrusesSolar Notes
    Calabrian BergamotSicilian LemonSicilian Orange
    Heart
    VioletRose
    FruitsFruity Notes
    Base
    White MuskIncenseAmber
    White MuskAmberBourbon vanilla

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Velvet Fantasy vs. Erba Pura
    Velvet FantasyErba Pura
    Score3.5/53.5/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Montale doesn't do subtle, this is a bold, sweet-fruity Oriental that announces itself. Strong sillage and longevity mean one spray is enough. The sweetness and projection aren't for everyone.Velvet Fantasy
    If you want an everyday luxury citrus that does not try too hard, Erba Pura fits. It offers a nuanced elegance that sets it apart from simpler fruit-forward scents.Erba Pura

    The hunt

    Best price, size by size

    Best price by size: Velvet Fantasy vs. Erba Pura
    Velvet FantasyErba Pura
    1.7 oz$76.99fragrancenet$174.99ecosmetics
    3.4 oz$88.19fragrancenet$223.04ecosmetics

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