Velvet Steps by Bottega Veneta
Men Women 2026
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Velvet Steps: A Velvety Oriental-Woody Debut from Bottega Veneta Bottega Veneta enters 2026 with Velvet Steps, a new oriental woody fragrance created for men and women. It is a composition that feels soft and smooth at first, then reveals a deeper, more enigmatic warmth. The scent opens with plum and incense, moves through a heart of myrrh, ylang-ylang, and cypriol,…
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Leading answer I want it
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Tied for the lead Love it / Like it / Neutral
19 votes
Season
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About Velvet Steps
Velvet Steps: A Velvety Oriental-Woody Debut from Bottega Veneta
Bottega Veneta enters 2026 with Velvet Steps, a new oriental woody fragrance created for men and women. It is a composition that feels soft and smooth at first, then reveals a deeper, more enigmatic warmth.
The scent opens with plum and incense, moves through a heart of myrrh, ylang-ylang, and cypriol, and settles on a base of labdanum, musk, and Ambrocenide. The structure is classic, but the execution feels thoroughly modern.
The opening note is a striking duo of plum and incense: the fruit lends a gentle sweetness, while the incense brings a smoky, reverent intensity. Together, they create a shimmering and contemplative start.
The heart develops with myrrh's balsamic smoothness, ylang-ylang's sunny yellow-floral presence, and cypriol's earthy, peppery woodiness. This central phase gives the fragrance its velvety, layered personality.
At the base, labdanum delivers a resinous, ambered glow, musk softens the profile, and Ambrocenide extends the trail with a dry, woody clarity. The final impression is warm, polished, and quietly persistent.
With accords ranging from amber and sweet to woody, yellow floral, balsamic, warm spicy, fruity, and musky, Velvet Steps covers a wide expressive spectrum. It is refined enough for the office and seductive enough for dinner.
The fragrance has received an early community rating of 3.53 out of 5 based on 19 votes. As a fresh launch, it leaves plenty of room for personal interpretation and long-term wear.
This will appeal to lovers of elegant oriental woods, plush resinous textures, and fragrances that balance fruit, smoke, and balsamic warmth. It is especially suited to autumn and winter evenings.
Velvet Steps is a graceful, confident addition to Bottega Veneta's perfume line. It pairs the plush sweetness of plum with incense, myrrh, and modern woody ambers to create a signature that is both comforting and intriguing.
Fruits, vegetables and nuts Woods and mosses Resins and balsams Flowers Musk, amber and animalic
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Longevity
Tied for the lead Moderate / Long-lasting
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Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
5 votes
Character
Leading answer Balanced
7 votes
Value perception
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