Dolce & Gabbana 2017 EDP

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Velvet Amber Skin

by Christophe Raynaud

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Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Amber Skin is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Christophe Raynaud. Velvet Amber Skin opens with Silk Tree Blossom, Citrus, Bergamot, and Lavender, settles into a heart of Resins, Leather, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Cinnamon, Clove, Vanilla, and Honey. Dolce & Gabbana's Velvet Amber Skin carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, honeyed amber that's divisive: some find it powdery and too feminine, others a unisex masterpiece. If you're after a warm, sensual, resinous embrace, and don't mind the splurge, this is a must-try.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Powdery
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Velvet Amber Skin 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage make it a bold choice for the office, potentially overwhelming. However, its rich, warm, and sensual profile, often described as luxurious and perfect for date nights or special events, elevates its scores for formal and date occasions.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil from Clove
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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 Amber Skin opens with a gentle kiss of citrus and soothing lavender, quickly transitioning to a rich heart where dark resins intertwine with a soft leather accord. Hints of rose and iris add a touch of powdery elegance before the fragrance settles into its main event: a decadent, honey-drenched amber base. Warm spices like cinnamon and clove mingle with vanilla and an exotic blend of myrrh, opoponax, and tolu balsam, creating a luxurious, inviting warmth that lingers beautifully.

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