Anna Sui 2012 EDT

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La Vie de Boheme

by Philippe Romano

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Anna Sui La Vie de Boheme is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2012, created by Philippe Romano. La Vie de Boheme opens with Pitahaya, Red Fruits, Rose, and Pear, settles into a heart of Magnolia, Peony, and Freesia, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Anna Sui's La Vie de Boheme carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A truly lovely spring-summer scent for those who love their fruit, and can overlook the occasionally dodgy performance. It's a sweet, playful fantasy that won't offend, but it won't surprise either.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Playful
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Energetic
La Vie de Boheme Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Red Fruits28%
Baseas listed
Woody Notes16%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date Sport

Its fresh, fruity-floral profile makes it suitable for casual wear and daily use. However, its often reported poor longevity and sillage mean it might not last through an entire workday or a long formal event without reapplication.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

La Vie de Boheme opens with a vibrant burst of sweet red berries and pear, brightened by pitahaya, evoking a tropical orchard in full bloom. The heart blossoms with a tender blend of magnolia, peony, and freesia, adding a dewy, airy floral touch. It settles into a soft, comforting base of warm woods, subtle musk, creamy vanilla, and a hint of juicy raspberry, leaving a trail of youthful charm.

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Where to buy

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