Velvet Hour
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Platinum
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Velvet Hour is the dark, smoky, and unexpectedly complex celebrity fragrance that punches well above its weight. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with fans obsessing over its unique depth and critics dismissing its poor performance or unusual scent profile.
Seriously divisive. Some laud it as a beast, others as watered-down rubbish, making it a complete gamble. If you get a good batch, it's a modern, versatile amber-woody stunner. If not, you're out of luck.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 7% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 17% | 15% |
| Warm | 33% | 42% |
| Woody | 34% | 31% |
| Earthy | 26% | 26% |
| Animalic | 2% | 5% |
| Fresh | 4% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its distinctive woody and spicy character, with a smoky twist, makes it excellent for evening dates and formal events. While some find it suitable for the office due to its lack of loudness, it leans more towards mysterious settings. Its projection can vary from intimate to moderate, depending on skin chemistry and application.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and warm, woody accords make it a versatile choice for many settings, leaning slightly more towards evening or social wear. It can work in an office if applied lightly, but it's not a freshie for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy accords and Patchouli, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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