Velvet Musk
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2013 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Italian Leather
ScentArt
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.
Italian Leather is a divisive beast, but a masterful one. It's eccentric, unique, and for those who 'get' it, deeply alluring. The tomato leaf note is a deal-breaker for some, a signature for others.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 14% | 6% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 12% | 21% |
| Sweet | 29% | 26% |
| Warm | 10% | 17% |
| Woody | 15% | 9% |
| Earthy | 10% | 13% |
| Animalic | 14% | 15% |
| Fresh | 11% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart 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 autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its strong projection and unique, potentially polarising, tomato leaf note make it less suitable for a confined office. However, its sophisticated and sensual character, combined with excellent longevity, makes it a prime candidate for dates and evening formal events. It's a bit too rich for casual daily wear, as many mentioned it's not a 'daily driver'.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Amber, Green accords and Vanilla, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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