Dolce & Gabbana 2025 EDT

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Velvet Honey Santal

by Aurélien Guichard

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Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Honey Santal is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2025, created by Aurélien Guichard. Velvet Honey Santal opens with Sandalwood and Honey, settles into a heart of Balsam and Styrax, and dries down to a base of Amber and Benzoin. Dolce & Gabbana's Velvet Honey Santal carries a Statement verdict, an amber-led wear.

Prepare for a proper head-turner, but this isn't for the faint of heart. Velvet Honey Santal is a divisive, bold honey scent, adored by some for its refined sweetness and criticised by others for its overwhelming spiced intensity. Definitely one to try before you buy a full bottle.
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
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Velvet Honey Santal Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Amber
100%
Honey
75%
Woody
68%
Sweet
52%
Warm Spicy
51%
Powdery
48%

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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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

This scent isn't a 'beast mode' performer but has a noticeable presence, making it a bit much for the office. Its warm, sensual amber and honey profile shines on a date or at a formal event. The mixed reviews about its intensity suggest it's more suited to occasions where its character can be appreciated without overwhelming others.

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About

Velvet Honey Santal kicks off with a golden, luminous honey, eschewing stickiness for a more polished sweetness. Creamy sandalwood then steps in, offering a cool, smooth contrast. As it settles, a warm balsamic heart emerges, woven with hints of styrax, leading to a dry-down rich with glowing amber and benzoin. While some detect a bold, Christmas-spice quality with cinnamon and clove, others experience a refined, understated elegance.

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