Velvet Hour
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Kingdom of Dreams
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.
This is a seriously polarising incense bomb. Critics call it sulphurous and gag-inducing, but its devotees say it's 'holy', 'gothic', and 'sensual'. Expect a deep, dark journey into spiritual mystique, or a scrubber - there's no middle ground here.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 7% | 2% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 2% |
| Sweet | 17% | 16% |
| Warm | 33% | 32% |
| Woody | 34% | 30% |
| Earthy | 26% | 27% |
| Animalic | 2% | 16% |
| Fresh | 4% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart 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
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and dark, sensual profile, this is not an office-friendly scent. It's best suited for intimate evening settings or occasions demanding a powerful, mysterious presence, such as a date or a formal event in cooler weather.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Fresh Spicy, Amber accords and Pepper, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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