Eau du Tsar by Van Cleef & Arpels
Men 1998
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Description
Eau du Tsar by Van Cleef & Arpels is an aromatic woody fragrance for men, created in 1998. Its olfactory composition reveals a structure where the top notes unfold an initial freshness that gives way to a warm, complex heart, culminating in a woody base of great persistence and elegance. The fragrance was designed by master perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena.
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Key notes
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Notes
sandalwood
Community
82 votes
- Positive 83%
- Negative 13%
- Neutral 3.7%
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
322 votes
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82 votes
Season
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98 votes
Time of day
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Fragrance profile
About Eau du Tsar
Eau du Tsar by Van Cleef & Arpels is an aromatic woody fragrance for men, created in 1998. Its olfactory composition reveals a structure where the top notes unfold an initial freshness that gives way to a warm, complex heart, culminating in a woody base of great persistence and elegance. The fragrance was designed by master perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena.
Woods and mosses Spices Flowers Fruits, vegetables and nuts
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
61 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
65 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally masculine
31 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
26 votes
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3 reviews
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If Git from Creed and CW from Davidoff had grandkids, Eau de Tsar would be one. It’s green, aromatic, and aquatic like Cool Water, but with the depth of Green Irish Tweed. Just lighter, featuring sandalwood and lavender as the stars. Something like that.
Always exquisite. Opens fruity and spicy, dries to a soft green with a touch of cold spices. The sandalwood shines throughout, providing a mystical backdrop; paired with lavender, it’s fresh, light, and personality-packed for spring-summer. A lost gem. I picked it up for about $30. I see younger folks aren’t into this kind of scent. It pleases me, but I worry they’ll disappear. Enjoy them while they last. Fresh hugs.
At first, I get pineapple, melon, undefined citrus, and a green note, maybe caraway. At 5 hours, lavender, vetiver, and I think cardamomo. At 8 hours, close to the skin, oakmoss and vetiver. At 12 hours, patchouli, sandalwood, and a hint of cardamomo. It’s a soft, fruity version of Tsar, ideal for summer. Moderate trail but lasts 12 hours. Much more youthful than the original, less green, and informal for daytime.