I have never sampled the original, but loved the mens oil version on my son so bought it for myself. It is a lovely scent and as I love the smell of old roses, perfect for me.
I bought this for a second time in the larger size as I really like the smell of violets. It is not overpowering and cloying or sickly, but a lovely soft floral. Very nice, one of my favourites
I bought the spray for my son as he wears the oil and it smells so delicious on him (i bought the womens version for mysself also) We have only bought oils before and so thought I would try the spray for him and he likes it very much.