Byredo 2017 EDP

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Velvet Haze

by Jérôme Epinette

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Byredo Velvet Haze is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Jérôme Epinette. Velvet Haze opens with Hibiscus, Bergamot, and Coconut, settles into a heart of Patchouli, Tuberose, and Osmanthus, and dries down to a base of Cacao Pod and Musk. Byredo's Velvet Haze carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Velvet Haze is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, a divisive beast. It's often compared to Narciso Rodriguez For Her, but for those who get it, this is a richer, creamier, and undeniably sexier take. Be warned: the opening can be challenging, but the dry down is pure magic for some.
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  • Sensual
  • Mysterious
  • Cozy
  • Edgy
  • Warm
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Velvet Haze Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its musky, warm, and subtly sweet character, with moderate sillage (though some find it strong), makes it ideal for dates and evening events. While some wear it casually, the rich accords might be too much for everyday office wear, and it's certainly not suited for sport.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Velvet Haze opens with a surprising bitterness, quickly easing into a creamy, almost buttery blend of coconut and hibiscus, far from a typical tropical cocktail. Earthy patchouli emerges, softened by a dusty cacao pod and a clean, enveloping musk that lingers. The osmanthus adds a delicate, peachy floral touch, creating a complex, smoky, and subtly sweet aura that feels both edgy and comforting.

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