Question 1

What's the difference between Venus De L'Amour and Dune?

Accepted Answer

Venus De L'Amour is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Vicky Tiel (1997) dominated by Powdery accords. Dune is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dior (1991) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Powdery, Citrus, Warm Spicy, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Venus De L'Amour or Dune?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Venus De L'Amour scores 3.83/5 vs Dune at 3.99/5. Dune's standout strength: Unique, distinctive scent that evokes beaches and deserts authentically. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Venus De L'Amour and Dune smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 8 notes and 5 accords, including Powdery, Citrus, Warm Spicy, Amber, Sweet. Dune: Dior Dune is a polarizing but highly respected fragrance that successfully captures the essence of hot sand and deserts with its unique, dry composition.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Venus De L'Amour or Dune?

Accepted Answer

Dune: Excellent longevity (12+ hours for vintage/extrait versions) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Venus De L'Amour vs Dune?

Accepted Answer

Venus De L'Amour scores highest for fall wear; Dune scores highest for fall wear. Venus De L'Amour leans daytime, Dune leans daytime.

Venus De L'Amour vs Dune

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (8)

Unique to Venus De L'Amour (11)

Unique to Dune (9)

Shared Accords (5)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Dune

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Attribute	Venus De L'Amour	Dune
Brand	Vicky Tiel	Dior
Year	1997	1991
Rating	3.83	3.99
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	19	17