Novellista 2020 Edp

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Velvet Dusk

by Émilie Bouge

Novellista Velvet Dusk is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Émilie Bouge. Velvet Dusk opens with Violet Leaf, Bergamot, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Vetiver, Nutmeg, and Tobacco, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Amber. Novellista's Velvet Dusk carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A fresh, clean woody-tobacco scent that's a crowd-pleaser for men. It's safe, pleasant, and an easy reach if you don't mind the abysmal performance. Just be prepared to reapply constantly, or decant it for on-the-go top-ups.
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Masculine
  • Soft
Velvet Dusk Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 14%
Floral 5%
Fruity 3%
Green 15%
Sweet 15%
Warm 17%
Woody 24%
Earthy 15%
Animalic 11%
Fresh 18%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, inoffensive, and short-lived nature makes it perfect for office, casual, and even gym wear, as it won't overwhelm. However, its poor longevity means it's less suitable for longer events like dates or formal occasions where you'd want a lasting impression.

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About

Velvet Dusk opens with an unapologetically masculine violet leaf and sharp bergamot, softened by a touch of mandarin a fleeting ozonic feel. As it settles, a clean, slightly sweet tobacco note emerges, grounded by earthy vetiver and a hint of nutmeg spice. The dry down is a warm, musky cedar with a subtle amber sweetness, creating a comforting yet sophisticated trail, though it vanishes too quickly.