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Tom Ford

Velvet Orchid Lumiere

Velvet Orchid Lumière by Tom Ford is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women

The Quick Read

Respected, if divisive — a sweet, floral composition with a honey undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning feminine.

refined luxurylush richnesswarm honeysensual floralpowdery warmth
3.96· 1,354 Ratings
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Longevity
8.2
Sillage
6.5
Best Time
🌙Night67%
Seasons
🍂 ❄️Fall/Winter
The Story

Launched in 2016 by Tom Ford, Velvet Orchid Lumière is a composition that marries the warmth of honey and rum with the lush richness of black orchid and vanilla. The fragrance opens with bright citrus notes from mandarin orange and bergamot, which quickly give way to a heart of rose, jasmine, and myrrh. This floral bouquet adds depth and sensuality, setting the stage for a woody and powdery base that includes sandalwood and a touch of vanilla. Velvet Orchid Lumière is a fragrance that exudes opulence without being overwhelming, creating an atmosphere of refined luxury.

Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Main Accords

When to Wear

🌸
Spring
☀️
Summer
🍂
Fall
❄️
Winter
🌤️
Day
🌙
Night

Who Wears It

Masculine40%
Unisex40%
Feminine20%
Performance

How It Wears

Longevity
Very Weak1.9k
Weak2.9k
Moderate13.4k
Long16.0k
Eternal7.4k
Sillage
Intimate4.5k
Moderate16.0k
Strong14.9k
Enormous7.7k

Application Tips

Apply Velvet Orchid Lumière to pulse points for an all-day warmth. The rum and honey notes are particularly bright at first but give way to a deeper, more powdery base that blooms after an hour. This fragrance reads better close to the skin than in a room, so aim for direct application rather than spraying into the air.

About the Brand

Tom Ford

Modern luxury with unapologetic confidence

Tom Ford's fragrance line embodies contemporary glamour and sensuality. Known for rich, bold compositions that challenge conventional boundaries, the brand delivers both wearable signatures and daring Private Blend creations.

Founded: 2006
Origin: USA
Category: Designer

Designer Tom Ford

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04 · Dossier

Edited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

The intimate glow of a candlelit room where the scent of rich orchid and warm vanilla intertwine, enveloping you in a cocoon of sensuality.

Fig. 01 — Velvet Orchid Lumiere, Tom Ford

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