Black Velvet

Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, though the small number of votes means these ratings are only a rough guide. Its dense, leathery, animal side suits cooler weather and evenings, and it reads clearly feminine.

It opens fresh and fruity with rhubarb, neroli, lemon, raspberry and pineapple. The heart turns floral and powdery with jasmine, rose, iris and ylang-ylang, with sage adding a green edge. The base leaves an earthy, woody, resinous floor of leather, patchouli, vetiver, amber and oakmoss. Rochas Femme and Halston Halston have a close profile.