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The Virtue Iris
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Virtue Iris — Fragrance Character
The Virtue Iris is a niche fragrance launched in 2025 by The Virtue, a perfume brand from New Zealand.
The composition was released as an extrait de parfum and positioned as unisex, so it can unfold expressively on both women's and men's skin.
The Virtue Iris is built around the contrast between a fresh citrus-green opening, an airy floral heart and a soft woody-vanilla base.
The fragrance combines fougere and floral facets while maintaining a balance between cleanliness, elegance and noticeable intensity.
Development on the Skin
From the first seconds, The Virtue Iris draws attention with sparkling bergamot, cool lavender and juicy mandarin.
The opening feels fresh, composed and energetic, without heaviness, creating an impression of grooming and clear morning air.
As it develops, the citrus freshness softens into a floral accord.
Jasmine, neroli and rose form an expressive heart: the transparent white-floral quality of neroli meets a rounder rosy nuance and the soft, luminous facet of jasmine.
In the base, the composition becomes warmer and calmer. Sandalwood adds creamy woodiness, while vanilla emphasizes its sensuality and makes the drydown smoother, cozier and more memorable.
Thanks to this transition, the fragrance does not remain static, but gradually shifts in mood from fresh to softly warm.
Sillage and Wearability
Judging by the characteristics of its base, The Virtue Iris has very strong sillage.
It is a fragrance for those who value visibility, a lasting presence and the ability of a composition to remain in the air after its wearer has already passed by.
The extrait de parfum concentration further emphasizes the intensity of its character.
The Virtue Iris is best applied thoughtfully: the available information does not provide precise dosage recommendations for skin and clothing, so the optimal amount should be determined individually, taking into account the temperature, skin type and desired intensity.
The fresh citrus notes and green lavender feel especially natural in daytime settings, while sandalwood and vanilla allow the composition to work confidently in the evening.
The fragrance can be considered for business settings, meetings, walks and special occasions, provided those around you are comfortable with pronounced sillage.
Notes and Brand Style
The complete list of notes in The Virtue Iris includes bergamot, jasmine, lavender, mandarin, neroli, rose, sandalwood and vanilla.
Several directions stand out in this palette: citrus, green, floral, white-floral, woody and gourmand.
The fragrance shows how a fresh fougere structure can be combined with soft floral sensuality.
The Virtue Iris does not aim to be exclusively strict or exclusively romantic; its appeal is built on versatility, a clean opening and a warm, comfortable finish.
What to Compare The Virtue Iris With
For reference, you can consider Dior Addict Eau Fraiche, Clive Christian X Neroli and Loewe Aire.
These fragrances can help you identify your personal preferences among fresh citrus, neroli and airy floral compositions. However, The Virtue Iris stands out with its higher concentration and very strong sillage.
There is no information about the perfumer, a separate collection or other concentrations of this release.
Nevertheless, The Virtue Iris already comes across as a self-contained composition with a clearly defined character: fresh at the opening, floral at the heart and softly woody in the drydown.
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