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Balmain Beauty 1991 EDP

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Vent Vert

by Calice Becker

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Balmain Beauty Vent Vert is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1991, created by Calice Becker. Vent Vert opens with Green, Bergamot, Lemon, and Lime, settles into a heart of Hyacinth, Marigold, Spicy, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Balmain Beauty's Vent Vert carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a proper cult classic, but be warned: the 1991 reformulation is still a green powerhouse, though some purists might sniff at it compared to the original. It's divisive, sharp, and certainly not for everyone, but if you love a truly 'green' scent, you'll be hooked.
  • Bold
  • Fresh
  • Classic
  • Edgy
  • Sophisticated
Vent Vert Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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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 Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its intensely green and fresh nature makes it ideal for casual wear and invigorating for sport, especially in warmer weather. While it has a classic elegance that could work for some office settings, its initial sharpness and polarizing character might be too much for formal events or intimate dates.

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About

Vent Vert opens with an unapologetic, almost brutal blast of sharp green notes, an invigorating rush of galbanum, basil, and zesty citrus like lime and lemon. This initial verdant shock mellows into a subtle, almost ethereal floral heart of hyacinth and lily of the valley, underpinned by a woody, mossy richness. It’s a brisk, vibrant green breeze that gradually settles into an earthy, sophisticated skin scent.