Vilhelm Parfumerie 2016 EDP

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Dirty Velvet

by Jérôme Epinette

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Vilhelm Parfumerie Dirty Velvet is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Jérôme Epinette. Dirty Velvet opens with Pomelo, settles into a heart of Tobacco and Fig, and dries down to a base of Salt, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Vilhelm Parfumerie's Dirty Velvet carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a proper head-scratcher. A deeply divisive scent with a confusing history of reformulation, what you get might be a smoky, leathery tobacco bomb or a salty, figgy Santal 33-esque dream. Try before you buy, obviously, but be warned: it's a gamble.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Warm
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Dirty Velvet Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pomelo100%
Heartas listed
Tobacco53%
Fig47%
Baseas listed
Vetiver37%
Salt32%
Sandalwood30%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold, woody-tobacco character makes it unsuitable for professional settings, while its depth and sensuality are perfect for dates and evening events. The intensity means it's less of a casual daytime wear, but its intriguing nature can suit more relaxed, yet stylish, casual occasions. The strong projection and specific notes are not suited for sport.

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

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

Dirty Velvet opens with a fleeting citrus spark from pomelo, quickly giving way to a rich heart of sweet, leafy tobacco alongside the jammy depth of fig. The drydown settles into a woody embrace of vetiver and creamy sandalwood, with an intriguing salty edge that keeps it from becoming too heavy. It's a complex, textured experience, reminiscent of vintage wood and well-worn materials.

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