The olfactory pyramid
A guide to the opening, heart and lasting trail of the fragrance.
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Leading answer I want it
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Leading answer Like it
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Season
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Fragrance profile
About 1902 Violette
1902 Violette by Parfums Berdoues is a floral fruity fragrance for men and women, created in 1902.
Flowers Fruits, vegetables and nuts Green, herbal and fougère Woods and mosses White flowers
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Longevity
Leading answer Fleeting
50 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Intimate
52 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally feminine
35 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Excellent value
34 votes
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Community reviews
3 reviews
Share what you noticed: opening, drydown, sillage and the moments when it works for you.
It’s true the opening is a bit alcoholic, but it fades in a minute, leaving a delicious, sweet violet that isn’t cloying. I agree with DanE: good violets are hard to find right now. For me, the current queen is Accordo di Viola by L’Erbolario—it’s perfect. I also love 1902, even though its longevity is short; it lasts longer on clothes.
It’s a cologne where the alcohol dominates and it doesn’t last long. But there are things you can’t resist: it’s the closest thing to the discontinued Violettes de Toulouse since it comes from the same maker. These sweet, vintage violets stray from today’s vanilla-heavy gourmands. Their ethereal sweetness transports me to my dreams. It’s subjective, of course, but if you’re on the violet team, share your scents because this note is trending down.
There’s absolutely no alcohol smell, even though it’s the first ingredient. You immediately get shy, soft, sweet violets. I apply it on clothes because it doesn’t stain and lasts for days. It smells very similar to Insolence EDP; in fact, in English they say you can layer 1902 first, then Insolence. I confirm with both that either one is enough, though Insolence has more projection. Totally recommended for violet lovers and anyone who likes sweet scents.