2011
Velvet Wood
Rodrigo Flores-RouxThe nose · 55 fragrances · also made Fougere Royale (2010) (2010)Portrait →

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Dolce&Gabbana  ·  Sold as unisex

Velvet Wood

The quiet intensity of an office late at night when the hum of activity has faded, leaving only the rich scent of leather-bound folders and warm vanilla notes.

3.94194 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprint
woodyamberwarm spicyleatheranimalicvanilla
Velvet WoodMid-range · $40–100

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate28% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak20%
Weak15%
Moderate37%
Long lasting18%
Eternal11%
SillageIntimate43% say strong or enormous
Intimate36%
Moderate21%
Strong19%
Enormous24%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

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Masculine35%
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Unisex65%
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Feminine0%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2011 and created by perfumer Rodrigo Flores-Roux, Velvet Wood by Dolce&Gabbana is a Leather fragrance that weaves together warmth and depth. The composition opens with spicy notes that give way to an enveloping blend of leather and amber, grounded by a base of vanilla and woody accords. This scent embodies the Italian luxury fashion house’s signature style, offering a sophisticated and alluring aroma for both women and men.

How to wear it

This fragrance blooms best with a moderate application; one or two sprays are enough to allow the complex layers to emerge gradually. It's particularly well-suited for cooler evenings, where its warmth feels especially comforting.

Fig. 01 — Velvet Wood, Dolce&Gabbana

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Rodrigo Flores-Roux portrait
03 · The nose

Rodrigo Flores-Roux

Mexico City to the Fragrance Foundation Hall of Fame

Rodrigo 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.

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Designer Dolce&Gabbana

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06 · The Room

What people
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3.94/ 5 · 194 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 28%, disliked or hated by 14%.

Love28%
Like52%
OK6%
Dislike14%
Hate0%
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