Is this fragrance suitable for office wear or daily use?+−
Most users find Vi Et Armis too provocative for a standard office environment. Its heavy smoke, booze, and tobacco notes are better suited for leisure, formal evening events, or outdoor winter activities where its strong sillage won't be stifling.
How does the smoke note compare to other "smoky" fragrances?+−
Unlike fragrances that use a clean birch tar or incense smoke, this features a heavy Lapsang Souchong tea note. This gives it a savory, bijna peaty quality more akin to a bonfire or a smoked beverage than a traditional perfume.
How long does a single application actually last?+−
Longevity is one of this fragrance's most cited traits. It is known to last through humid weather and even survive laundry cycles on clothing, making a single bottle last a very long time as only one or two sprays are needed.
Is this a "sweet" tobacco and oud fragrance?+−
While it contains ylang-ylang and amber, it is not traditionally sweet. The sweetness is "syrupy" and medicinal, derived from the opium and resinous notes rather than vanilla or gourmand ingredients.
