Brocard 2015 EDP

F £ Acquired

The Queen of Spades Modern

by Florent Jubert

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Brocard The Queen of Spades Modern is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Florent Jubert. The Queen of Spades Modern opens with Citrus and Mango, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Candy Apple, Musk, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Brocard's The Queen of Spades Modern carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

This isn't your friendly fruity floral; it's a bold, sweet, and somewhat aggressive take on the genre. Expect serious mango and a touch of gothic drama. Divisive, for sure.
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  • Bold
  • Modern
  • Sweet
  • Gourmand
  • Confident
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The Queen of Spades Modern Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with its strong, sweet character, make it less suitable for formal or office settings. It's much better for dates or casual outings where its bold fruitiness can shine without overwhelming.

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

  • 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

The opening blasts you with a burst of bright citrus and an assertive, juicy mango, immediately setting a playful yet potent tone. As it settles, a floral heart of classic rose, jasmine, and orange blossom emerges, but it's quickly deepened and darkened by an earthy patchouli. The dry down introduces a syrupy candy apple sweetness, cushioned by soft musk and a creamy vanilla, adding a gourmand edge to its enigmatic character.

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