Velvet Musk
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2019 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Black Tie
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Which Should You Buy?
Velvet Musk is a divisive beast: some hail it as an affordable, creamy musk masterpiece, a cosy hug in a bottle. Others are less impressed, finding it synthetic, one-note, or just a bit 'meh'. Try before you buy, but for many, it's a hidden gem.
Celine's Black Tie is a seriously classy, if occasionally divisive, vanilla-iris blend that exudes a quiet luxury. Expect an elegant, powdery embrace - just don't expect it to shout, as many bemoan its subtle projection. Perfect for those who prefer their sophistication whispered, not yelled.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 14% | 15% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 12% | 3% |
| Sweet | 29% | 30% |
| Warm | 10% | 7% |
| Woody | 15% | 23% |
| Earthy | 10% | 21% |
| Animalic | 14% | 12% |
| Fresh | 11% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its soft sillage and inoffensive, clean scent make it good for office and casual wear, where it won't overpower. The musky-woody warmth lends itself well to cosy casual settings. It's a bit too understated for formal events and unsuitable for sport due to its comforting, non-fresh nature.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its refined, low-projection nature makes it ideal for office and formal wear where subtlety is appreciated. While it's certainly elegant enough for a date, the relatively quiet sillage means it's more for intimate encounters than making a grand entrance. It's a bit too polished for casual or sport settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Vanilla, Iris accords and Cedar, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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