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Dolce&Gabbana · Sold as unisex
Velvet Sublime
The moment you step into an upscale hotel lobby where the air is filled with the subtle blend of fresh flowers and a hint of clean linen, inviting you to relax and feel at ease.
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Velvet SublimeMid-range · $40–100
56%Similar accords, often for lessBreathless · Victoria's SecretBudget tier, under $40 · shares neroli and mandarin orange8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2011 and created by perfumer Rodrigo Flores-Roux, Velvet Sublime by Dolce&Gabbana is a floral fragrance for both women and men. The composition opens with a bright citrus note that contrasts sharply with the soft soapy undertones, creating an interesting tension between freshness and warmth. This interplay is further enhanced by a sweet heart of white florals, resulting in a scent that feels both crisp and enveloping.
Apply Velvet Sublime lightly to pulse points — the citrus top notes are bright but dissipate quickly. The sweet floral heart and soapy base will linger throughout the day, making it perfect for both daytime and evening wear.
Fig. 01 — Velvet Sublime, Dolce&Gabbana
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Rodrigo Flores-Roux
Mexico City to the Fragrance Foundation Hall of FameRodrigo Flores-Roux, born and raised in Mexico City, studied biology before moving to France at 20 in 1989 to attend ISIPCA in Versailles, interning along the way with Jean-Claude Ellena.
Designer Dolce&Gabbana
More from the house · founded 1985 · Italy
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The originalVelvet SublimeDolce&Gabbana · Mid-range · $40–100Victoria's Secret · 2003BreathlessShares Neroli and Mandarin orangeunder $40★ 4.01 (244)55%Match
Victoria's Secret · 2013Pink 2013Shares Neroli and Mandarin orangeunder $40★ 4.15 (88)
With Boadicea the Victorious Amber Sapphire
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 26%, disliked or hated by 23%.