Velvet
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Ravenclaw
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A properly dark, earthy rose, Velvet is sophisticated and intriguing. It's not for everyone - some find it too dry and serious - but if you like your florals brooding, this is a winner.
Sophisticated, intriguing, and a touch old-school, Ravenclaw is for those who enjoy a chypre that doesn't scream for attention but subtly demands respect. A unique blend for an individual sense of style.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 2% |
| Floral | 30% | 37% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 23% | 22% |
| Sweet | 12% | 11% |
| Warm | 7% | 3% |
| Woody | 10% | 8% |
| Earthy | 29% | 35% |
| Animalic | 3% | 2% |
| Fresh | 11% | 6% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its deep, woody, and earthy character with significant patchouli makes it less suitable for a casual sprint or an office setting where something lighter might be preferred. It's perfectly suited for an evening date or a formal event, where its sophisticated and sensual depth can really shine.
Seasons
Occasions
Given its sophisticated chypre and floral profile, Ravenclaw leans more towards formal and elegant settings than casual wear. It's refined enough for office use if applied lightly, and intriguing for a date, but entirely out of place for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Earthy, Rose accords and Rose, Oakmoss notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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