Shopping for a gift in Penang and thinking perfume? Good call, as long as you pick the right one. This guide is for anyone in Penang hunting for a rose-scented gift from Volare, whether it's for your partner, a friend or a family member. We're looking at two EDPs from the brand: Megadose Atlas for men, and Society 991, a unisex option. Both share rose in the heart, so let's figure out which one fits the person you're buying for.
Two perfumes, one rose thread
Here's what makes this pair interesting: both perfumes list rose as a heart note. In Megadose Atlas, rose sits with jasmine. In Society 991, it sits with jasmine and patchouli. Same flower, different company around it, so the overall feel isn't identical.
Megadose Atlas — the one for him
Megadose Atlas (full name: Megadose Man Atlas Volare EDP For Him 80 ml) is a men's EDP in an 80ml bottle. It opens with citrus and bergamot, moves into a floral heart of jasmine and rose, then settles on musk, amber and vanilla. The store describes it as an intense yet balanced scent — lively at the start, warmer at the base.
As a gift, this one makes sense for a guy who wears perfume daily. Its listed occasions are casual and everyday, so picture someone who wants a scent for class, mamak sessions and weekend outings, not a bottle that only comes out for weddings. If he likes fresh openings with a warmer, slightly sweet finish, the citrus and bergamot start into musk, amber and vanilla covers that.
Society 991 — the flexible one
Society 991 is a 100ml unisex EDP, so you can gift it to basically anyone on your list. The top notes are bergamot, apple and pink pepper, the heart brings jasmine, patchouli and rose, and the base is amber, musk and cedarwood. That mix of fruity, floral and woody elements is what the store highlights as its character.
Where this one really stands out is occasion range. It's listed for casual, everyday and formal wear, plus special occasions — so whoever receives it can wear it to the office, to dinner, or to a wedding dinner here in Penang without it feeling out of place. And because it's unisex, it takes the guesswork out of gifting when you're not sure about the person's taste.
So which one do you buy?
It comes down to the recipient. Buying for a man who enjoys fresh, citrus-forward scents with a warmer vanilla base? Megadose Atlas fits that brief, and the 80ml size is a practical everyday bottle. Buying for a couple, a woman, or someone whose taste you can't quite pin down? Society 991 gives you more room — a bigger 100ml bottle, unisex, and a wider occasion list from daily wear to formal events.
One more thing worth knowing: both are EDPs, so you're not choosing between a light and a heavy concentration. You're choosing between two different note journeys that happen to share rose. Simple way to decide: if the person enjoys apple and the spice of pink pepper, go with Society 991. If they lean towards clean citrus and a warm, sweet base, Megadose Atlas is the pick.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do both of these perfumes actually have rose?
Yes, both list rose in their heart notes. In each case it sits alongside jasmine, with patchouli joining in Society 991.
Which one should I gift to a woman?
Society 991 is the safer pick since it's a unisex EDP made for men and women. Megadose Atlas is listed for him.
What sizes do they come in?
Megadose Atlas comes in an 80ml bottle and Society 991 in 100ml, both as Eau de Parfum.
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