Velvet
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Sara
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Velvet is a divisive, smoky rose fragrance. Fans adore its dark, romantic complexity, often comparing it favourably to By the Fireplace, but others find it cloying, metallic, or simply 'burnt wood'. Definitely test before you commit.
An absolute blind-buy gem for gourmand lovers. Sara is a deceptively simple sweet rose that develops into something far more complex and addictive on skin. Don't let the low price fool you, this punches well above its weight.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 14% | 22% |
| Fruity | 4% | 7% |
| Green | 0% | 1% |
| Sweet | 33% | 38% |
| Warm | 20% | 20% |
| Woody | 20% | 11% |
| Earthy | 10% | 10% |
| Animalic | 9% | 14% |
| Fresh | 4% | 5% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With its bold, smoky, and spicy character, Velvet is best reserved for evening or cooler weather, making it highly appropriate for dates and formal events. It's too potent for the office, and the rich accords aren't suited for casual daytime or sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweet and resinous profile makes it highly suitable for dates and elegant casual wear, enhancing its sensual appeal. While not explicitly an office scent, its moderate projection allows for careful daytime use; however, its gourmand sweetness might be too much for very formal settings or active wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Rose, Vanilla accords and Rose, Woody notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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