Velvet Exotic Leather

My second try from the high-end Dolce & Gabbana Velvet line (after Velvet Desert Oud), Velvet Exotic Leather is a bright, interesting mix of leather, fruity accords that are probably yielded mostly by the juniper and perhaps the labdanum, some sweetness (perhaps attributed to the rum, even), as well as some noticeable incense that comes off quite spicy rather than smoky. The leather itself isn't particularly dominant but rather part of a reasonably-balanced ensemble, so it's not overly animalic, despite the alleged presence of clary sage, which can often exacerbate some of the dirtiness of a composition. Rather, it's quite sweet overall, not specifically boozy but there's something sweet about it that's not strictly the juniper, so I credit that to the rum. The note combination is odd, though--there's lavender, allegedly, but I wouldn't say it's very floral or fresh, either. It seems like a solid performer, with medium/high projection and longevity. It ought to work for men and women alike, and is surely cold-weather-leaning while at the same time perhaps being acceptable in some warm weather situations if applied lightly. My inclination with leather and incense is to generally avoid them in the summer except under unusual circumstances. The 50ml EDP bottle retails for $230 but is available on Notino at $130, and the latter price seems more appropriate, given that for a 50ml bottle, it doesn't dazzle like its similarly-priced counterpart brands like Tom Ford Private Blend or By Kilian. It's a nice fragrance and a decant that I'll hang on to but not one I'll likely buy even at the secondary market pricing. It works well, but fails to really impress me, though it's agreeable enough. 7 out of 10

This is genuinely a very refined, classy fragrance - I used it for formal, black tie, and certain events where smart was necessary from University onwards. It was perfect for that - anything else and it feels, to me, hugely out of place. Work? Perhaps when it first came out...but you had to be able to pull it off. You have to 'be' that person - they're not a CEO, they're not Matthew McConaughey. But it undoubtedly requires significant self-assurance, unwavering consistency, and an almost cold distance to other people. Honestly, I wouldn't want to be that person every day, and few people are, let alone in jobs where this scent would be a good fit as a signature work scent. Excellent performer!

This isn’t usual designer leather—it’s bold, opulent, and slightly mysterious. The leather is smooth, rich, and slightly sweetened. It doesn’t scream as Tuscan Leather animalics,coz it (smoother and less fruity) but it whispers something a bit more refined. There’s also a touch of incense and aromatic herbs that gives it, Mediterranean Vibe. Longevity:4–6 hours strong Projection: Moderate to strong for 1.5–2 hours, then intimate but still detectable. It is worth to have it, for who loves deferent and classic leathery Parfumes 🥰

Honestly i love Dolce&Gabbana. I might have gone through three bottles of the one edt in its first year, and two of the EDP when it first came out. I would have locked away my entire fragrance collection for now with two bottles of this, if it was worth my time ...and it literally disappears after one hour. It takes me at least an hour to get where im going, any day of the week. So what am i wearing this for if it lasts an hour, aroma therapy?! Unuseable.

This is a fruity ambery leather fragrance. Leather note is not too prominent here. It is mass appealing, not-heavy or dense, can be wear year-round in western country and in ACE. Totally not very formal as someone said.