M·A·C Cosmetics 2016 Edp

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Velvet Teddy

M·A·C Cosmetics Velvet Teddy is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. The fragrance opens with Tobacco Blossom, Ginger, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Orchid, Mimosa, and Honey, and dries down to a base of Papyrus, Musk, and Tonka Bean.

Our verdict on Velvet Teddy: Acquired

Velvet Teddy is a surprisingly potent, divisive honey-tobacco bomb that, for its fans, offers niche-level quality and an affordable alternative (or outright replacement) for a certain high-end tobacco-vanilla scent. For its detractors, it's a sickly-sweet, mentholated car air freshener. Love it or hate it, it's sorely missed since being discontinued.
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Elegant
  • Sweet
Velvet Teddy Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9%
Floral 26%
Fruity 2%
Green 3%
Sweet 33%
Warm 17%
Woody 8%
Earthy 5%
Animalic 12%
Fresh 8%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage make it unsuitable for office wear, where it could easily overwhelm. However, its rich and sensual profile, highlighted by reviewers as warm and sexy, makes it a perfect choice for date nights and colder weather casual outings. For formal events, its gourmand sweetness might be a touch too casual, though could work in certain settings.

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About

This one blasts off with a sweet, syrupy honey, given a slight lift and bite by ginger and tobacco blossom. The heart introduces lush orchid and mimosa, weaving a floral sweetness that's further deepened by rich tonka bean and a musky, papyrus-tinged base. It's a sweet, warm, almost gourmand tobacco scent with serious depth.