Yardley London 1987 Cologne

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Black Velvet

Name: Black Velvet Cologne
Brand: Yardley London

Yardley London Black Velvet is a Cologne launched in 1987. Black Velvet settles into a heart of Oakmoss, Amber, Musk, and Floral. Yardley London's Black Velvet carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

A divisive blast from the past, Black Velvet is a proper chypre. You'll either love its retro charm or find it a bit much, but it certainly doesn't blend in.

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Classic
Bold
Mysterious
Sophisticated
Elegant

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Profile

Citrus 3%

Floral 26%

Fruity 16%

Green 11%

Sweet 19%

Warm 7%

Woody 9%

Earthy 25%

Animalic 17%

Fresh 8%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Accords

Floral

100%

Mossy

100%

Earthy

79%

Musky

77%

Fruity

65%

Notes

Heart Notes

Oakmoss 26% Floral 26% Musk 19% Fruity 16% Amber 13%

Performance

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

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Best Occasions

Best For:

Formal

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Date

Its historical and bold chypre character makes it less suitable for everyday office wear, but its elegance and maturity lend themselves well to formal events and evening dates. The scent profile is not aligned with casual, sporty activities.

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About

Black Velvet opens with a complex, almost overwhelming bouquet of floral and fruity notes, a true 80s powerhouse. This quickly settles into a rich mossy heart, heavy with oakmoss and earthy tones, giving it a grounding, slightly damp forest feel. As it dries down, a classic powdery warmth emerges, underscored by a musky-amber base that provides a lingering, surprisingly soft finish to an otherwise bold fragrance.