Velvet Coffee

by Delphine Lebeau

Maison Tahité – Officine Creative Profumi Velvet Coffee is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Delphine Lebeau. The fragrance opens with Cacao Pod and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Orris, Coffee, Carrot, and Cedar, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Oakmoss.

Our verdict on Velvet Coffee: Statement

Don't let the name fool you - this ain't your average mocha. Velvet Coffee is a spicy, woody, and earthy affair that some will find moodily captivating, while others will be left scratching their heads, wondering where the actual coffee is. A true 'try before you buy' given its divisive nature.
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Relaxed
  • Edgy
Velvet Coffee Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2%
Floral 5%
Fruity 0%
Green 8%
Sweet 24%
Warm 26%
Woody 23%
Earthy 25%
Animalic 5%
Fresh 7%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its moderate sillage and warm, complex accords make it suitable for dates or thoughtful casual wear, though its unique, earthy character might be too unusual for some formal settings. Being a quieter scent, it could work in an office if applied lightly, but it's not a go-to for high-energy activities.

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About

Velvet Coffee opens with a pungent blast of cardamom and dark, almost bitter cacao. The heart reveals an unusual blend of powdery orris and a surprisingly subtle, woody coffee, underpinned by a strange carrot note that adds an earthy depth. It dries down to a rich, complex base of vetiver, patchouli, and warm vanilla, with hints of dry leather and smooth sandalwood settling into a lingering, woody ambiance.