Velvet Violet by Dries Van Noten takes violet in an unexpected direction, pairing its cool, green side with toasted sesame and warm grains. Pink pepper sharpens the opening, while violet leaf and clary sage give the fragrance a fresh, woody quality rather than a sweet or powdery floral feel. Toasted sesame and roasted barley bring a warm, nutty character to the middle. The effect is textured and slightly savory, creating an unusual contrast with the green violet leaf. Velvet Violet is a flormond that balances a powdery quality and fresh greenery with sesame, toasted grain, and soft warmth. It's a modern and genuinely different take on violet. Perfume Notes Top: Pink Pepper, Violet Leaf, Clary Sage Middle: Toasted Sesame Absolute, Roasted Barley Base: Grilled Tonka Bean, Benzoin, Vetiver At The Wear Test, each decant is carefully measured and transferred from the original bottles and into glass atomizers. The Wear Test is an independent retailer and is not affiliated with, connected to, endorsed by, or sponsored by any of the brands featured.