Vénus Eau de Parfum Intense

I blind bought in France. I received it ; quite generic but also quite pleasing. It reminds me of Dolce Gabbana the only one intense only with heavier vanilla + additional tropical notes (tiare) Unfortunately nothing intense about it, you could barely smell it anything after few minutes of applying, an immediate skin scent. I never tried Venus edp for a whole day (but i sampled it quickly and it was ok), people seemed to enjoy its performance. This is only reason i gave this one a chance, and i’m sorry to say i regret it. It also reminds me of ; libre flowers flames without the lavender (like zara golden decade sandalwood extrait version with with even less projection). Bottle is pretty and can be refilled, so at least it’s somewhat that can be reused. The vanilla aspect is also pleasing and boozy. Such a shame for its performance

I just received this (and I have the original) so this is a first impression. Darker and woodier than the EdP, which is to be expected. Strong cassis on paper but not so much on my skin. It feels nostalgic/retro in a way (can’t quite put my finger on why). I really like the creamy woody element from the base notes. Almost almond tinged like amaretto... wondering if that’s the liquor ?

Venus EDP was launched over a year ago and is not sold in stores or in almost any country... Does anyone know why? I don't understand how a perfume from such a well-known designer brand hasn't reached Italy, Spain, or Portugal... And so on... Now they're launching the intense version when the other one isn't available anywhere yet... Will the same thing happen with this one?

My new favorite. Very feminine, it's warm, cozy and sensual to me. My husband (who is very picky when it comes to women's fragrance) gasped when we hugged yesterday and told me I smelled really good! It's a definite win.

I wonder ; why did Nina Ricca made a refill for Venus edp but not the intense version? While still of both bottles are refillable (you can remove the cap) : it simply doesn’t make any sense.