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First Parfum by Van Cleef & Arpels

Women 1976

Description

Van Cleef & Arpels First Parfum is an aldehydic floral fragrance for women. Launched in 1976, this composition was created by nose Jean-Claude Ellena. Its olfactive structure unfolds with aldehydes, peach, blackcurrant, bergamot, and raspberry in the top notes; hyacinth, Turkish rose, carnation, ylang-ylang, jasmine, neroli, lily root, and orchid in the heart; and agarwood, honey, moss, sandalwood, vetiver, amber,…

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When to wear it (votes)

  • Winter 28%
  • Spring 25%
  • Summer 12%
  • Autumn 35%
  • Day 42%
  • Night 58%

Key notes

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302 votes

  • Positive 86%
  • Negative 9.9%
  • Neutral 4.0%
positive reviews 302 community votes
LongevityLong-lasting SillageModerate Best momentAutumn CharacterFeminine

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In the collection

Leading answer I own it

864 votes

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Leading answer Autumn

229 votes

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Leading answer Night

132 votes

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Fragrance profile

About First Parfum

Main accord floral Year 1976 Gender Women Perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena

Van Cleef & Arpels First Parfum is an aldehydic floral fragrance for women. Launched in 1976, this composition was created by nose Jean-Claude Ellena. Its olfactive structure unfolds with aldehydes, peach, blackcurrant, bergamot, and raspberry in the top notes; hyacinth, Turkish rose, carnation, ylang-ylang, jasmine, neroli, lily root, and orchid in the heart; and agarwood, honey, moss, sandalwood, vetiver, amber, musk, vanilla, and tonka bean in the base.

Fruits, vegetables and nuts Flowers White flowers Sweet and gourmand Woods and mosses Musk, amber and animalic Spices

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Longevity

Leading answer Long-lasting

126 votes

Sillage

Leading answer Moderate

145 votes

Character

Leading answer Traditionally feminine

76 votes

Value perception

Leading answer Fair price

69 votes

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  1. First, imagine her in a suit and heels on a crisp autumn evening—only her crimson lips betray her makeup. She moves with confidence in her element, enjoying a solo business dinner. In my opinion, the EDP is even better than the EDT; it’s my favorite because it lasts all day. It’s not a trendy scent, which makes it feel more exclusive. I wear it in fall and winter, especially at night. It has a baroque, Art Deco vibe: complex, distinguished, and very feminine. Magnificent, a solid 10. Cheers, everyone.

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