Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Rose
100%
Amber
71%
Floral
66%
Honey
63%
Ozonic
60%
Aquatic
52%
Citrus
52%
Iris
51%
Powdery
48%
Woody
47%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Rose, Amber, and Floral) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Rose, Amber, Floral, and Honey among the strongest accord tags here, brighter, lighter families in this mix often fade sooner; reapply or keep a travel size if you want all-day presence.
Projection
With Rose, Amber, Floral, and Honey among the strongest accord tags here, lighter profiles usually hug the skin; you can layer sprays to push without filling a whole room.
Overview
Rose VeloursbyVan Cleef & Arpelsis a Floral fragrance for women.Rose Velourswas launched in 2013. The nose behind this fragrance is Antoine Maisondieu. Top notes are Violet Leaf and Bergamot; middle notes are Rose, Honey and Iris; base notes are Benzoin, Ambroxan and Cedar.In June 2013 Van Cleef & Arpels has launched a new addition to their most exquisite line, Collection Extraordinaire. The new fragrance—Collection Extraordinaire Rose Velours—is based on the feminine and complex aromas of rose and is described as velvety, opulent, voluptuous, warm and captivating. Van Cleef & Arpels Collection Extraordinaire Rose Velours is available as 75 ml Eau de Parfum. To perfumer Antoine Maisondieu, who composed Collection Extraordinaire Rose Velours, the rose is the epitome of femininity and luxury. He highlighted the sensuality of this edition with a luminous top note featuring Italian bergamot oil and soft violet leaves. The velvety heart combines intense shades of rose absolute with the sweetness of honey and powdery iris absolute. Ambroxan, cedar and benzoin lend an unforgettable trail to the composition.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Rose Velours office-safe?
- Fresher, lighter profiles often feel easy in conservative offices at one spray.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.