Dolce & Gabbana 2011 EDP

U £££££ Acquired

Velvet Sublime

by Rodrigo Flores-Roux

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Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Sublime is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Dolce & Gabbana's Velvet Sublime carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

A divisive neroli and orange blossom bomb; some will adore its bright, natural floral sweetness, others will find it an overwhelming, old-fashioned scrubber. Don't expect it to last, though.
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Velvet Sublime 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate longevity and bright, floral character make it suitable for casual daytime wear, especially in warmer months. While it has an initial boldness, its short-lived nature means it won't overpower an office or formal event, though it isn't particularly suited for them.

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

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli

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

Opens with a potent, almost brash burst of neroli and orange blossom, softened by the juicy sweetness of mandarin. It evokes a sun-drenched Mediterranean grove, with a rich, heady floral heart that leans narcotic and slightly old-fashioned to some. The composition is surprisingly linear, though some detect a subtle, cashmeran-like warmth in the very late dry down.

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