Velours
“Velours by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental fragrance for women and men”
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Well loved by wearers — a amber, powdery composition with a iris undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2016 by Yves Saint Laurent and crafted by Carlos Benaïm, Velours is an Oriental fragrance that balances warmth with freshness. The composition opens with black tea and pink pepper, adding a subtle spiciness that cuts through the richness of orris root and olibanum. As it settles into its woody base, vanilla and amberwood create a comforting embrace, while musk adds depth without heaviness.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
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Opening
Heart
The Soul
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When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply two sprays to your pulse points — the spicy top notes are fleeting but essential for setting the stage. The woody base takes an hour to bloom fully, so give it time before reapplying. It works best in cooler settings where its warmth feels most welcome.
Carlos Benaïm
Founding perfumer · 189 fragrances · b. 1949 · Moroccan-French
“The best fragrances are the ones that feel like they've always existed.”
Carlos Benaïm is a master perfumer at IFF whose name may not be widely recognized outside the industry, yet his creations have shaped the olfactory landscape of the past four decades. Born in Tangier and raised between Morocco and Paris, he brings a multicultural sensibility to his work. He is the co-creator of iconic fragrances including Ralph Lauren Polo, Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue, and numerous compositions for Dior and YSL. Benaïm is revered within the trade as a perfumer's perfumer — technically flawless, endlessly creative.
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Designer Yves Saint Laurent
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The story behind the bottle.
A cozy library where the scent of warm spices and rich woods interplay with soft florals, creating a sense of understated luxury.
Fig. 01 — Velours, Yves Saint Laurent
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