Velours Yves Saint Laurent
Fragrance Story
Velours by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental fragrance for women and men. Velours was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Carlos Benaïm. Top notes are Black Tea, Pink Pepper and Black Pepper; middle notes are Orris Root, Olibanum and Jasmine; base notes are Vanilla, Amberwood and Musk.
Composition Profile
About the Perfumer
Carlos Benaïm
Carlos Benaïm is a perfumer with a diverse portfolio spanning A Lab on Fire, Alfred Dunhill, and Aramis. He created Liquidnight for A Lab on Fire and Century for Alfred Dunhill. His work also includes Quorum for Antonio Puig and Havana Pour Elle for Aramis.
Fragrance Notes
Top Notes
First impression · 15-30 min
Black Tea
Pink Pepper
Black Pepper
Heart Notes
Core character · 2-4 hours
Orris Root
Olibanum
Jasmine
Base Notes
Lasting impression · 4+ hours
Vanilla
Amberwood
Musk
Character Profile
Velours Yves Saint Laurent is Ideal For
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