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    Side by side

    Cuir Velvet vs. Molecule 01

    Clearly related
    New comparison

    Cuir Velvet peaks in fall, while Molecule 01 belongs to spring. The side by side below shows where they overlap.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Cuir Velvet vs. Molecule 01
    Cuir VelvetMolecule 01
    ConcentrationEau de ToiletteEau de Parfum
    Launched20162006
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerJérôme EpinetteGeza Schoen
    Best seasonFallSpring

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Cuir Velvet

    Aromatic
    Fresh Spicy
    Lavender
    Citrus
    Marine
    Warm Spicy
    Woody
    Herbal

    Molecule 01

    Woody
    Musky
    Amber
    Animalic
    Powdery

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    ChiliGingerLemon
    Heart
    Elemi ResinGeraniumLavender
    Base
    SandalwoodAquatic NotesPatchouli
    Iso E Super

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Cuir Velvet vs. Molecule 01
    Cuir VelvetMolecule 01
    Score3.5/53.5/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    If you've ever wanted Sauvage's confidence at a fraction of the cost, this is it. The aquatic heart that appears midwear is either a clever twist or a synthetic stumble, community is split.Cuir Velvet
    This fragrance demands patience. ISO E Super does not project like most scents. It bonds with skin chemistry, creating a warm aura within arm's reach for hours.Molecule 01