Seven Veils

I'm so happy that I finally got a sample of this in a swap, it's so rare and nowhere to be found. I asked a Byredo representative about it a couple of years ago and she had no idea it even existed. And now that I have smelled it, I agree that it's a crying shame that this was discontinued. The notes on fragrantica are not quite correct. The true notes are carrot and allspice in the top, wisteria and oleander in the heart, vanilla and sandalwood in the base. No rose, pink pepper or orchid are listed and I don't smell anything like that either. But the accords on the top of this page describe the scent well: Powdery, soft spicy, vanillic and floral. In the opening the carrot note shines. It's earthy, herbal and truly a little weird, but fun, and it doesn't stay for long. The allspice does though. In my native language (German) allspice is called "Piment", but I think the English word describes this spice much better, as it unites facets of different spices like cinnamon and cloves. Together with the light, almost-but-not-quite creamy vanilla and the soft florals it gives me an impression of carnations in the drydown. Just a little more vanillic. What a lovely surprise this is! I buy small, light pink carnation plants for my balcony every spring and love their scent. But carnation as a perfume-note rarely smells like the real thing. I wouldn't have expected it here, but it makes sense, as carnations have a powdery floral scent with hints of vanilla and cloves. I'm not sure how wisteria and oleander smell like in real life, but this blend is beautiful. This is a relatively dry scent, but has an airiness to it that keeps it from going dusty. It's slightly sweet without sugary or syrupy notes. It really feels like a semi-transparent veil around me, a bit mysterious, but not dark. Unique and gorgeous.

ENG / An unexpected discovery forgotten for a decade in my mother's toilet drawer, there's little more than a finger's worth left, and it's a real shame. The opening is dry and spicy, the overlapping floral notes, along with pink pepper and sandalwood, create the illusion of a sharp clove note that immediately fades, giving way to vanilla, and that's where the beauty begins. The fragrance evolves like a unique vanilla that I would almost hesitate to define as gourmand, with a complexity that reminds me of a blended whiskey. The sweetness lingers but is accompanied by a uniquely powdery touch. The effect is warm and cozy, a perfect interplay of spices, flowers, and vanilla that softly settles on the creaminess of sandalwood. It's truly a pity that Seven Veils was destined to remain just a beautiful memory in the history of the house. ITA / Una scoperta inaspettata dimenticata da un decennio nel cassetto della toilette di mia madre, ne rimane poco più di un dito ed è un vero peccato. L'apertura è secca e speziata, la sovrapposizione delle note floreali, con il pepe rosa e il sandalo creano l'illusione di una nota chiodi di garofano pungente che sfuma immediatamente lasciando spazio alla vaniglia e li inizia il bello, la fragranza evolve come in una vaniglia unica che quasi stenterei a definire gourmand, con una complessità che sembra ricordare un whiskey blended, la dolcezza rimane ma è accompagnata da una cipria dalla cifra unica, l'effetto è caldo e avvolgente, un incastro perfetto di spezie, fiori e vaniglia che si adagia morbidamente sulla cremosità del sandalo. Un vero peccato Seven Veils sia stato destinato a rimanere solo un bel ricordo nella storia della casa.

Strangely addictive ! ,,,,the carrot note gives it an unusal twist from most vanilla perfumes out there and the orchid gives it this lightly synthetic plastic / vanilla ( thinking doll heads) powdery , vanilla smell that orchids have, the vanilla note is sweet and comforting and the wisteria has a slight spicy clove smell that makes a harmonious combination with the carrots. I agree it smells a little bit like a carrot cake , which is a favourite treat of mine. It's quite an addictive fragrance, and it's tempting to buy , almost SAVORY What I really like about this perfume is that it's a light fluffy vanilla gourmand that is not heavy and cloying nor sticky and not too sweet like some other vanilla gourmands ,it's more airy and fluffy . In fact more SAVORY than gourmand. Not thick, Not sticky, Not overy sweet. My favourite Byredos are Black Saffron and 1996. I like Tiwaliis review below, I forgot to mention about the yummy sandalwood that makes for a nice vanilla woody drydown. The review above me is right on. This is exactly what seven veils smells like ! A spiced up vanilla with an oddly attractive vegetal note. .... And whatever else she said is absolutley right on ! Now I smell this fragrance different and like it even better , it smelles very natural now after reading her review. ,,, ok well from plastic vanilla to natural, big jump I know ,,, I supose our head can play tricks with us and we smell what we associate oders and fragrance with. The mind, a powerful thing ! Cheers ! Update , husband associates this to a smoky spicy vanilla candle. He doesn't like it :( again ,,,,

So happy to have found a bottle of this for a decent price. I've been searching for it ever since my sister wore a sample and I was blown away by how incredible she smelled-- it smelled like an airy vanilla on her, but on me it smells like a mix between carrot cake and gingerbread. If the perfume was called "Spice Cake" it would have been spot on. I don't see spices listed in the notes, maybe it's the pink pepper & sandalwood? My husband said I smelled "christmasy" up close, but from across the room he smelled less spice and more vanilla. I prefer skin scents, and you can't normally smell my perfume from across the room, but this one is the exception. I only need one spray. Only for fall-winter for sure. It's a warm, spicy, fluffy vanilla that's not too sweet. I smell orris even though it's not listed, it might be part of the carrot accord which I love. This is absolutely stunning wafting around me and smells way better in the air than up close against the skin. If I stick my nose against my wrist I smell clove-- which I hate-- but since I'm not sniffing my wrist all day I still love the perfume. It moves with me so beautifully. This is really something unique and special.

YES! Carrot cake! I totally get that. The carrot note is so strong and evident, but there's also this creamy vanilla smell that smells like cake frosting. I get the sandalwood heavily as well, it lends a milky wood smell that barely shines through the sweetness, but it's there. Pink pepper gives a hint of spice, I would've guessed cinnamon or nutmeg, but pepper it is. It's only a hint of spiciness that breaks up the sugar overkill. As Seven Veils dries down, the vanilla becomes more lactonic, it sort of reminds me of the old school L'Artisan Vanilla fragrance (although that one turned a little too milky on me and turned into baby vomit). This is just so well done. I can't believe I had the opportunity to snag a 100ml bottle of this off someone for a steal and jumped on it. The prices I could resell this for are tempting, but I am so in love I could not sell this and let it go. I feel like gollum and this is my precious. I will hoard this and sneak sprays on those days I'm craving a gourmand vanilla that is interesting and exciting to the senses.

Without having seen the notes ahead of time, this smelled like an exotic and potentially seductive blend of spice, sandalwood, and amber. Now that I see carrot seed, it makes perfect sense. I think carrot seed is the note that stands out most on my skin. While it is a spicy scent, it is not spicy in the way that Opium or Cinnabar are. The spice is thinner and much more subdued, not over-the-top. There is an utterly enchanting swirl of fresh flowers in the heart. Seven Veils reminds me of the scene in The Ten Commandments when Moses stays with the Shiek of Midian. The Shiek encourages Moses to choose one of his daughters for a bride, so the ladies entertain them and dance about in their gossamer dresses. I imagine they might wear this perfume. And if I remember correctly, there were seven daughters. I love Seven Veils. It's fairly unique and has the sweet & spicy thing going for it, and those kinds of perfumes are my weakness.

It’s a shame that this scent is discontinued.... This i a truly unique fragrance and you sure will feel that you’re wearing it, and others will too cause it’s a strong projector! To me this smells like rum and coke spiced with cinnamon and vanilla, but I wouldn’t say it’s a true gourmand cause it still has some floral notes to it. It isn’t your typical vanilla scent, it has much more depth and spice than that. I can imagine not everyone liking this because of it’s uniqueness, but so far I’ve gotten compliments almost everytime I’ve worn it. My boyfriend loves it too and uses it sometimes. For a Byredo fragrance this sure has great longevity but mainly a strong sillage cause it fills a room easily. I love Bal D’afrique for an example but on my skin I can barely smell it after an hour. With Seven Veils I enjoy it a good 6-8 hours on the skin and it stays on the clothes for days.

I went to the Byredo counter today. Gypsy was the first to catch my nose, but in the end, Seven Veils was the only one that moved me enough to try on my skin. Intrigued by its boozy/watery vanilla, I sprayed two generous spritzs on my wrist. I went on with my day entranced with this scent. The florals come out soon enough—I would have guessed tuberose, but apprently it's orchid? Hmm. I also can't make out the carrot, rose or pink pepper. Usually pink pepper turns to pencil shavings on me, but not here. The drydown is the icing on the cake—literally. My skin is left smelling creamy and sweet, like a perfect white icing. Not sure if I'd buy a bottle because of the price, but I will definitely test it again with an “all-over” spray to make sure whether I need to start saving my nickels.

A very special and unique spiced-up vanilla. The red pepper and carrot notes give it a naughty piquant feel with an oddly attractive touch of vegetal pungency. Like the seductive Salome, who served as inspiration for this perfume, Seven Veils conveys a certain self-confident playfulness which is loaded with sex-appeal. It's not your typical sweet creamy vanilla. It's peppery, it's mischievous and quite lively. In fact to my nose there's more orchid in there than plain vanilla - it's more floral than dessert. Seven Veils wears nicely in all seasons but the super hot summer days and it's a fabulous companion for everyday wear. It will perk you up and make your eyes sparkle. Longevity is great - 12h+ on me - with pleasant, noticeable sillage all throughout.

I bought this fragrance in Sydney for the first time in 2014. I was so taken by it, and the story. I love perfumes that transport you. This is one of those fragrances. Its the only bottle I've ever bought two of, its just that unique. I imported it from Sweden for a very hefty price tag just to get my paws on it and I'm down to my last few mls. I then bought Bal D'afrique but couldn't finish the bottle because I just end up always wanting to wear the warm spicy accords. This is delicious but not gourmand, the smell borders on ambery. I love the red pepper for the extra kick this has. Its just beautiful. They should bring it back as an extrait or something instead of all those tobaccos..

Aaaah, this is so yummy. One of Byredos absolute best compositions, I think. Seven Veils opens with a surprising and rather funny carrot note. It is followed by a sting of pimento/allspice, which gives the scent a spicy yet fresh feel. Then the real magic begins. Vanilla flower and vanilla bean teams up and creates a wonderful soft cloud of sensual goodness to fall into. Pleasant floral notes and smooth sandalwood brings the scent to a creamy and delicious finish. Seven Veils is safe and intriguing at the same time. Alluring, yet playful and innocent. And it has a lot of fascinating layers - the name is fitting. Plus it lasts really long on my skin. A new favourite of mine!

My all time favourite. All I have to say are the words of praise. I have always disliked classic, heavy, powdery vanilla scents and Seven Veils made me fall in love with vanilla by giving it such lightness. When I first came across it I fell in love and two years later it's still going strong. As I said before, the vanilla is prominent, but very light. I do love the fact that when it's just applied, unlike most of the perfume, it doesn't smell alcohol-like, but it has a strong pepper opening. It lasts for days and I could smell it in my hair, even 2 days after not applying it. Seven Veils just keeps on seducing me.

This was gifted to me by a dear friend. I didn't look up notes and this is what I wrote down: Boozy Vanilla Bread/cake gourmand accord Peppery This smells like those liquer filled candies. As you bite in you are also surrounded by the aroma of a carrot cake nearby. It has the same aromachemical that is utilized in Baraonda, and Single Malt. It shares neighborhoods with them, but it's on its own street and in a very distinct address/house. Uniqueness 9/10 Longevity 8/10 (gourmands should have longevity of over 9 hours, this is just 6-7). Affordability: 6/10 Overall: 8.5/10

Finally found this rare gem, can't express my joy now. It is everything I remember it to be. Carroty, edible but not cloying nor sweet. Iris done right. This right here is the best job Byredo ever had laid on the table for others to enjoy. They discontinued it too quickly and replaced it with bunch of mediocre releases. Ones who know this priceless aroma, never forget. There is nothing out there that came even remotely close. I see comparisons to ELDO. I own both, they are nothing alike. There is only one seven veils.

I only have an old sample plus a small decant that I’m enjoying very much lately. This is one of these perfumes that should not have been discontinued. To me it reminds me of my grandma making her famous carrot cake, spices and all. I’m not sure if I’m imagining the cream cheese frosting or there really is a hint of it in here. I really enjoy the spices in here! Not a full on gourmand but a beautiful perfume to wear. Would be perfect for the Fall and Winter because while it’s not too heavy, it leans that way.

Beautiful, unconventional, spicy, sweet, skin-but-better scent. Not quite edible gourmand which is a favorite I am finding. I get the "carrot cake" vibe but it's not too sweet once it dries down. Very unique. Absolutely love. Too bad it's discontinued as it's a new signature scent for me. Alas! A pretty good dupe I found is called Seven Secrets on Etsy; not as dark as this one but definitely scratches my nose and brain in a similar way. Also a little less headache inducing which is def an overall plus.

Absolutely loving this one! For me this is perhaps the most unique of the line. The vanilla base is lovely, warm, powdery and sweet without cloying. The carrot and pepper makes for an interesting spicy punch that is nicely juxtaposed with the rich cashmere-esque vanilla base. The exotic flowers are just enough to giving that "je ne sais quoi" factor. Weird and wonderful with a touch of familiarity. Great early autumn contender (or late winter if you will). Big thums up! 9/10

If I could put fall in a bottle this would be it. Notes aside,this is such a comforting beautiful fall fragrance. I wore it out yesterday to an art gallery opening and got 3 compliments right off the bat, that very rarely happens at these events because everyone has a perfume on and it gets a little cloying, but not with this one. My advice is to go and smell it yourself because I'm telling you this is stunning.

Seven Veils perfume is absolutely amazing..... I love it from the initial spray right down to the warm, sensual dry down. I sprayed it on my neck and some in my hair to make the fragrance linger.....I could still smell it the next morning. It's so Gorgeous and glam. I love the tiger orchid, sandalwood and creamy vanilla. Fantastic and so very original!

The way I envision this in my head is if a doll’s head were to be scented with vanilla, carrots, and a tiny spice. That’s the best way I can describe it. Definitely not a bad thing. I don’t feel as though this has almost any sillage though. I sprayed on the back of my hand maybe 4 times, and I have to put it up to my nose.