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What does Venezia smell like?

Venezia by Laura Biagiotti is a lush, textured journey into the heart of 1990s perfumery—a time when "oriental" fragrances were deep, complex, and unapologetically fruity. At its core, the scent is de...

Details

House: Laura Biagiotti
Concentration: Eau De Toilette
Gender: feminine
Year: 1992
Longevity: 8.2 / 10
Sillage: 7.6 / 10
Scent Profile: Oriental, Sweet, Spicy, Floral, Fruity
Best Seasons: Fall, Winter
Best Occasions: Evening, Night Out

Community Insights

Based on 2 discussions

The community views the original 1992 formulation as a timeless classic, often described as a "sparkling" fruity-oriental that manages to be rich without being loud.
There is a notable divide between the vintage EDT and the 2011 re-release; collectors and enthusiasts generally find the modern version to be a synthetic, less complex shadow of the original "champagne" plum profile.
Performance is widely praised, particularly the longevity; the scent is known to cling to skin for several hours and persist even longer on fabrics and clothes.
Users consider this a quintessential cold-weather fragrance, primarily recommending it for autumn and winter evenings or formal night-outs rather than daily office wear.
While vintage bottles are highly sought after and expensive, the community identifies Forever Gold as a potential affordable alternative for those seeking the same spicy-plum DNA.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Venezia by Laura Biagiotti still in production?+

The original 1992 formulation was discontinued, leading to high prices on the vintage market. While a reformulated version was released in 2011, enthusiasts note that it differs significantly from the original character.

How does the performance of the Eau de Toilette compare to modern scents?+

Despite being an EDT, Venezia is known for its impressive longevity and moderate sillage. It tends to last throughout an entire evening and is frequently noted for its ability to stay on clothing for days.

What is the best season to wear this fragrance?+

This fragrance is most popular during the fall and winter. Its dense notes of prune, cinnamon, and balsamic resins are better suited to crisp air and cool temperatures than to summer heat.

Is this fragrance suitable for a business or office setting?+

While it can be worn during the day, the community generally categorizes Venezia as an evening or leisure scent. Its complex, spicy, and slightly animalic profile may be too "night out" for a formal business environment.

Appears in Collections

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What does Venezia smell like?

Venezia by Laura Biagiotti is a lush, textured journey into the heart of 1990s perfumery—a time when "oriental" fragrances were deep, complex, and unapologetically fruity. At its core, the scent is de...

Details

House: Laura Biagiotti
Concentration: Eau De Toilette
Gender: feminine
Year: 1992
Longevity: 8.2 / 10
Sillage: 7.6 / 10
Scent Profile: Oriental, Sweet, Spicy, Floral, Fruity
Best Seasons: Fall, Winter
Best Occasions: Evening, Night Out

Community Insights

Based on 2 discussions

The community views the original 1992 formulation as a timeless classic, often described as a "sparkling" fruity-oriental that manages to be rich without being loud.
There is a notable divide between the vintage EDT and the 2011 re-release; collectors and enthusiasts generally find the modern version to be a synthetic, less complex shadow of the original "champagne" plum profile.
Performance is widely praised, particularly the longevity; the scent is known to cling to skin for several hours and persist even longer on fabrics and clothes.
Users consider this a quintessential cold-weather fragrance, primarily recommending it for autumn and winter evenings or formal night-outs rather than daily office wear.
While vintage bottles are highly sought after and expensive, the community identifies Forever Gold as a potential affordable alternative for those seeking the same spicy-plum DNA.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Venezia by Laura Biagiotti still in production?+

The original 1992 formulation was discontinued, leading to high prices on the vintage market. While a reformulated version was released in 2011, enthusiasts note that it differs significantly from the original character.

How does the performance of the Eau de Toilette compare to modern scents?+

Despite being an EDT, Venezia is known for its impressive longevity and moderate sillage. It tends to last throughout an entire evening and is frequently noted for its ability to stay on clothing for days.

What is the best season to wear this fragrance?+

This fragrance is most popular during the fall and winter. Its dense notes of prune, cinnamon, and balsamic resins are better suited to crisp air and cool temperatures than to summer heat.

Is this fragrance suitable for a business or office setting?+

While it can be worn during the day, the community generally categorizes Venezia as an evening or leisure scent. Its complex, spicy, and slightly animalic profile may be too "night out" for a formal business environment.

Are there any specific notes that dominate the scent?+

The most prominent notes are the dark, jammy prune and peach in the opening, followed by a dry woodiness from cedar and sandalwood, and a warm, powdery finish of vanilla and amber.

Does this fragrance lean more floral or more oriental?+

It is classified as an oriental sweet fragrance. While it contains a floral heart of rose, jasmine, and iris, these notes serve to soften the dominant spices, fruits, and resins rather than lead the composition.

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Accords

Notes

TopPrune//Peach//Geranium//Mango//Osmanthus//Green notes//Blackcurrant//Bergamot

HeartCinnamon//Amber//Rose//Ylang-ylang//Jasmine//Carnation//Cedar//

BaseVanilla//Sandalwood//Benzoin//Civet//Musk//Tonka bean

Iris

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Appears in Collections

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