Velvet Tender Oud

Dolce&Gabbana's Velvet Tender Oud, from 2013, is a floral fragrance at heart, built around rose, with gourmand and woody facets in strong supporting roles. It is made to be worn by anyone.

Rose is the main theme, in two forms: Damask rose, deep and slightly fruity, and rose de mai, softer and more honeyed. Almond and sweet almond run alongside, adding a smooth, marzipan-like nuttiness that gives the fragrance its tender, gourmand quality. Agarwood, or oud, brings a darker, resinous wood beneath the flowers, supported by a blend of woody notes that keeps it grounded and stops the sweetness from becoming too soft.

The pairing of rose, almond and oud makes for a refined but comforting scent, best suited to autumn and winter, evenings and dressier occasions. It should appeal to people who like rose-oud compositions but prefer them smooth and creamy rather than smoky or animalic, and to anyone curious about an almond-led take on oud.

Velvet Tender Oud — unisex fragrance by Dolce&Gabbana (released 2013). Notes: Agarwood (Oud), Almond, Damask Rose, Rose, Rose de Mai, Sweet Almond, Woody Notes. — Parfica open fragrance database