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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2012 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Cuir Velours
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a love-it-or-hate-it beast, an audacious single-note wonder that'll have some reaching for their credit card and others for the scrubbing brush. Expect divisive reactions and complex, ever-shifting amber resin that's anything but linear.
Cuir Velours is a sumptuously smooth suede scent, divisive for its sweetness but adored for its elegant, wearable take on leather. It's a rich, enveloping hug rather than a challenge. If overly sweet scents aren't your jam, test first, otherwise, prepare for a sophisticated treat.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 1% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 0% | 1% |
| Sweet | 25% | 28% |
| Warm | 35% | 32% |
| Woody | 10% | 7% |
| Earthy | 25% | 19% |
| Animalic | 20% | 23% |
| Fresh | 0% | 1% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent amber and musky accords, coupled with a strong sillage mentioned by some, lean it away from office wear. However, its complex and intriguing character makes it surprisingly versatile, suitable for a confident person on a date or even a formal event if applied sparingly, though it's too heavy for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With its rich suede, rum, and tobacco accords, this scent leans towards evening and cooler weather. While too opulent for sports and potentially too strong for a conservative office, its sophisticated warmth makes it ideal for dates and formal events, though it can work casually in the right setting.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Amber, Musky accords and Labdanum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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