Velvet Patchouli

Velvet Patchouli by Dolce&Gabbana is a woody fragrance through and through, built on just two notes. Rodrigo Flores-Roux composed it, it was released in 2011, and it is worn by anyone.

Patchouli is the star: earthy, dark, slightly damp and with a hint of cocoa, giving a deep, rich woodiness. Kephalis, a woody, ambery material with a soft, slightly smoky and tobacco-like nuance, adds smoothness and warmth that rounds the patchouli and gives it the velvety texture of the name. Together they create a focused, refined study of patchouli that feels polished rather than raw.

Warm and grounding, it suits autumn and winter, for evenings, smart occasions and quiet, contemplative moments. Anyone who loves patchouli and wants it presented in a smooth, refined and minimal way, without sweetness or flowers, will find it a sophisticated choice. Its simplicity makes it easy to understand, and its earthy depth gives it a grown-up, quietly confident character that suits both men and women.

Velvet Patchouli — unisex fragrance by Dolce&Gabbana (released 2011). Notes: Kephalis, Patchouli. — Parfica open fragrance database