Bottega Veneta 2019 EDT

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Illusione for Him

by Antoine Maisondieu

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Bottega Veneta Illusione for Him is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2019, created by Antoine Maisondieu. Illusione for Him opens with Lemon and Bitter Orange, settles into a heart of Cedar and Canadian Fir Balsam, and dries down to a base of Vetiver and Tonka Bean. Bottega Veneta's Illusione for Him carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a solid, understated freshie for the grown-up crowd, though its fleeting performance is a real sticking point for many. A classy, Italian-style scent that won't shout, but definitely whispers quality.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Classic
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Illusione for Him Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bitter Orange54%
Lemon46%
Heartas listed
Cedar51%
Canadian Fir Balsam49%
Baseas listed
Vetiver61%
Tonka Bean39%

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 Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, clean, and subtle nature, combined with generally moderate projection, makes it an ideal office scent. While some find it too subtle for dates or formal events, its refined character holds its own for casual wear or less boisterous occasions.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange

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

Illusione for Him opens with a bright, crisp blend of bitter orange and zesty lemon, instantly awakening the senses. It quickly settles into a sophisticated heart of clean fir resin and cedar that evokes a walk through a cool, green forest. The base introduces a grounded vetiver with a subtle hint of creamy tonka bean, adding a touch of smooth warmth without ever becoming overtly sweet. It's an airy, woody citrus perfect for warmer weather.

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