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    Side by side

    Viola Essenziale vs. Apollonia

    Clearly related
    New comparison

    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: Viola Essenziale vs. Apollonia
    Viola EssenzialeApollonia
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20182019
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerSonia Constant
    Best seasonFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Viola Essenziale

    Powdery
    Vanilla
    Iris
    Floral
    Yellow Floral
    Spicy
    Green
    Sweet

    Apollonia

    Powdery
    Musky
    Iris
    White Floral
    Earthy
    Animalic
    Creamy
    Sweet

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    MimosaWild peachLitchi
    White Flowers
    Heart
    Powdery NotesIrisHeliotropeLily
    Iris
    Base
    VanillaPatchouliVetiver
    White Musk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Viola Essenziale vs. Apollonia
    Viola EssenzialeApollonia
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    If you've ever been told powdery fragrances aren't for you, this is the one that'll change your mind. The mimosa keeps it bright. The iris keeps it interesting. The vanilla keeps it warm.Viola Essenziale
    Apollonia trades loudness for quiet confidence. The white flowers are present but never shouty, and the orris root gives it structure without heaviness.Apollonia