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Cedar Violet by Aerin — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Cedar Violet

Typically ~$130

Mostly apple and basil, warmed by clove.

Scent profile

Top notes

Apple Basil Grapefruit Contamination

Heart notes

Cedarwood Moss Patchouli

Base notes

Clove Jasmine Sage

When to wear it

A fall and spring fragrance that works day and night — at its best for everyday wear and date nights.

FallDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

81%

Spring

96%

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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Formal

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