Bottega Veneta 2011 EDT

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Bottega Veneta

by Michel Almairac

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Bottega Veneta Bottega Veneta is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2011, created by Michel Almairac. Bottega Veneta opens with Bergamot and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Leather, Patchouli, and Oakmoss. Bottega Veneta's Bottega Veneta carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a divisive gem. You've got an army of loyal fans utterly devastated by its discontinuation, waxing lyrical about its unique, sophisticated blend. But don't blind buy it - a vocal minority finds it too challenging, even 'disgusting'.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Classic
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Bottega Veneta Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pink Pepper57%
Bergamot43%
Heartas listed
Jasmine100%
Baseas listed
Leather37%
Oakmoss32%
Patchouli31%

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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate sillage and sophisticated leather-chypre profile make it suitable for office wear if applied subtly, while its elegance shines for dates and formal events. It's too refined and distinct for casual sportswear.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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

Bottega Veneta opens with a refined, peppery citrus kick from bergamot and pink pepper, quickly giving way to a heart of soft, alluring jasmine. The true character unfolds in the base, where a rich, supple leather accord intertwines with earthy patchouli and a mossy, green oakmoss, creating a deep yet surprisingly airy chypre experience. There’s an undeniable warmth without being overtly sweet, leaving a trail of quiet luxury.

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