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Accords
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Perfumer
Versus
feminine
Created by Nathalie Lorson
Versus by Versace is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women. Versus was launched in 2010. The nose behind this fragrance is Nathalie Lorson. Top notes are Kumquat, Amalfi Lemon and Star apple; middle notes are African Orange Flower, Stephanotis and Tincture of Rose; base notes are Musk, Ambrette (Musk Mallow) and Patchouli. The new fragrance with the same name as edition Versus from 1992 has been launched in 2010 in a bluish-purple flacon decorated with a see-through blue cap. The new fragrance introduces a brand new composition, which is fresh, playful and celebrates femininity in the same time. "Versus is pure energy. "- stated Donatella Versace. Her wish is to dedicate this fragrance to strong-willed women who have courage for new challenges. This intense fragrance is based on strong contrasts, from romantic to very rough femininity. This composition is taking us through various moods of femininity, from punk to melodic notes, from gentleness to roughness. Top notes of Versace Versus introduce kumquat, star apple (Chrysophyllum cainito) and lemon; a heart is composed of orange blossom, stephanotis and Centifolia rose, while a base finishes with musk, patchouli and ambrette seed. Versus Versace fragrance is available as 50 and 100 ml EDT, accompanied with 200 ml body milk and 200 ml bath.
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Fragrance Notes
Best Season
36%
Win
79%
Spr
70%
Sum
42%
Fall
Day & Night
100%
Day
40%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
1,640 votes
3.59
Love it
29718%
Like it
84752%
OK
362%
Dislike
45128%
Hate it
91%
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 26 community opinions from Reddit
7.5
/ 10 community score
Versus by Versace is regarded as a quality discontinued fragrance that generates nostalgia and appreciation among community members who have experienced it. While difficult to source and expensive when found, those who own bottles consider it worthwhile, though finding a suitable modern alternative remains challenging for newcomers to the scent.
Strengths
- Unique and memorable scent profile that stands out
- Well-crafted fragrance with good longevity and performance
- Considered a hidden gem among discontinued Versace fragrances
- Versatile woody-amber composition that ages well
Weaknesses
- Discontinued since 2000, making it difficult to find
- Expensive when available on secondary market
- No widely accepted modern equivalent or dupe has been found
Best for
Collectors seeking vintage fragrancesEveryday wear for mature, sophisticated wearerThose preferring classic amber-woody scents
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
