Afnan Turathi Red vs Velixir Athena

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Parfums de Marly Delina.

At a glance

Afnan Turathi Red costs £22 and Velixir Athena costs £36, so Afnan Turathi Red is £14 cheaper. They share 1 note out of 18 distinct notes listed across both (6%). Both are EDP and listed as feminine.

Afnan Turathi Red

A smooth floral-musky fragrance centred on rose, jasmine, peony, apricot, and soft woods, positioned as an accessible interpretation of Parfums de Marly Delina.

Velixir Athena

Athena is a powerful tart rose fruity floral built around the luxurious feminine projection of Parfums de Marly Delina.

Afnan Turathi Red, dupe of Parfums de Marly DelinaVelixir Athena, dupe of Parfums de Marly Délina

Comparison

Afnan Turathi RedVelixir Athena
Overall rating7.8/10 · 1 review8.1/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/108.2/10
Projection7.0/108.0/10
Scent accuracy8.0/108.5/10
Value for money8.5/107.8/10
Price£22£36
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderFeminineFeminine
Inspired byParfums de Marly DelinaParfums de Marly Delina

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Afnan Turathi Red

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Bitter Almond

Heart Notes

  • Cedarwood
  • Ambergris

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Woody Notes
  • Amber

Velixir Athena

Top Notes

  • Rhubarb
  • Litchi
  • Bergamot
  • Nutmeg

Heart Notes

  • Turkish Rose
  • Peony
  • Petalia
  • Vanilla

Base Notes

  • Cashmeran
  • Musk
  • Vetiver
  • Incense

Shared Notes

  • Musk

1 shared note.

How the notes differ

Afnan Turathi Red lists Saffron, Bitter Almond, Cedarwood, Ambergris, Woody Notes and Amber that Velixir Athena does not.

Velixir Athena lists Rhubarb, Litchi, Bergamot, Nutmeg, Turkish Rose, Peony, Petalia, Vanilla, Cashmeran, Vetiver and Incense that Afnan Turathi Red does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Afnan Turathi Red

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Amber
  • Musky
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Gourmand
  • Fruity
  • Cinnamon
  • Bitter
  • Warm spicy
  • Oriental
  • Spicy

Velixir Athena

  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Musky
  • Floral
  • Vanilla
  • Fruity
  • Rose
  • Soft spicy
  • Incense
  • Spicy

Both share Woody, Musky, Floral, Fruity and Spicy. Afnan Turathi Red also lists Sweet, Amber, Citrus, Gourmand, Cinnamon, Bitter, Warm spicy and Oriental. Velixir Athena also lists Fresh, Vanilla, Rose, Soft spicy and Incense.

Vibes

Afnan Turathi Red

  • Sweet
  • Bold
  • Powerful
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Masculine
  • Gourmand
  • Oriental
  • Confident
  • Luxurious

Velixir Athena

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
  • Powerful
  • Modern
  • Feminine
  • Luxurious

Both share Powerful, Modern and Luxurious. Afnan Turathi Red also lists Sweet, Bold, Warm, Masculine, Gourmand, Oriental and Confident. Velixir Athena also lists Fresh, Clean, Elegant, Romantic and Feminine.

Occasions

Afnan Turathi Red

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Office
  • Autumn
  • Formal
  • Winter
  • Daily
  • Nightlife
  • Colder weather

Velixir Athena

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Daytime
  • Formal
  • Romantic

Both share Signature, Evening and Formal. Afnan Turathi Red also lists Social, Office, Autumn, Winter, Daily, Nightlife and Colder weather. Velixir Athena also lists Daytime and Romantic.

Performance

Afnan Turathi Red

  • Powerful
  • Subtle

Velixir Athena

  • Long lasting
  • Sillage
  • Powerful
  • Strong longevity

Both share Powerful. Afnan Turathi Red also lists Subtle. Velixir Athena also lists Long lasting, Sillage and Strong longevity.

Style lane

Afnan Turathi Red

  • Spicy amber

Velixir Athena

  • Fruity floral

Afnan Turathi Red lists Spicy amber. Velixir Athena lists Fruity floral.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Velixir Athena (8.2/10)
  • Projection: Wins Velixir Athena (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Velixir Athena (8.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Afnan Turathi Red (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Afnan Turathi Red (£22)

Afnan Turathi Red leads on value for money and lower price, while Velixir Athena leads on longevity, projection and scent accuracy.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Afnan Turathi Red has 1 community review and Velixir Athena has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Afnan Turathi Red or Velixir Athena?

Afnan Turathi Red costs £22 and Velixir Athena costs £36, so Afnan Turathi Red is £14 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Afnan Turathi Red or Velixir Athena?

Atlas ratings give Afnan Turathi Red 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Velixir Athena 8.2 out of 10, so Velixir Athena rates higher.

Which projects more, Afnan Turathi Red or Velixir Athena?

Atlas ratings give Afnan Turathi Red 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Velixir Athena 8.0 out of 10, so Velixir Athena rates higher.

Which is better value, Afnan Turathi Red or Velixir Athena?

Atlas ratings give Afnan Turathi Red 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Velixir Athena 7.8 out of 10, so Afnan Turathi Red rates higher.

What notes do Afnan Turathi Red and Velixir Athena share?

They share 1 note: Musk.

Which occasions suit Afnan Turathi Red and Velixir Athena?

Afnan Turathi Red is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Office, Autumn, Formal, Winter, Daily, Nightlife and Colder weather. Velixir Athena is tagged for Signature, Evening, Daytime, Formal and Romantic.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Parfums de Marly Delina vs Afnan Turathi Red
  • Parfums de Marly Delina vs Velixir Athena

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