Yves Saint Laurent 2016 EDP
Velours
Yves Saint Laurent Velours is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Carlos Benaïm. Velours opens with Pepper, Pink Pepper, and Tea, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Iris, and Frankincense, and dries down to a base of Musk, Vanilla, and Amberwood. Yves Saint Laurent's Velours carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.
A legendary, velvety amber-iris fragrance, so beloved its discontinuation has triggered a fervent quest among collectors. It's a smooth operator, divisive only on whether its 'play-doh' note is part of its charm or a deal-breaker, though most agree it's a masterpiece.What our verdicts mean →
- Sophisticated
- Elegant
- Sensual
- Luxurious
- Warm
Scent Profile
Composition
Timeline
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
Mood
When To Wear
Best Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Best Occasions
Its sophisticated amber and powdery accords, combined with strong performance reports, position it best for date nights and formal events. While too opulent for sport, its smooth character and lack of 'shoutiness' make it suitable for more relaxed, classy casual wear, and even a discreet office setting despite its richness.
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
- Synthetic musk
- Vanillin
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
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