Bvlgari 2009 Edp

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BLV II

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

Bvlgari BLV II is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. The fragrance opens with Star Anise, Violet, Licorice, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Iris, Vetiver, and Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Labdanum, Cotton Flower, Musk, and Amber.

Our verdict on BLV II: Statement

BLV II is a confusing blend - a delicate, clean scent that utterly lacks presence, frustrating many who love its unique character but are let down by its vanishing act. A whisper in a world of shouts.
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  • Subtle
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
BLV II Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 5%
Floral 20%
Fruity 1%
Green 5%
Sweet 29%
Warm 15%
Woody 16%
Earthy 22%
Animalic 7%
Fresh 10%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Powdery
100%
Soft Spicy
79%
Violet Floral
76%
Anis
65%
Amber
64%

Notes

Top Notes

Violet 30% Star Anise 26% Licorice 26% Mandarin 17%

Heart Notes

Iris 42% Patchouli 29% Vetiver 29%

Base Notes

Cotton Flower 20% Musk 19% Benzoin 17% Tonka Bean 16% Amber 15% Labdanum 14%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual

Its clean, airy, and subtle nature makes it highly suitable for the office and casual wear, as it's unlikely to offend. However, its often-criticised weak longevity and projection hold it back from being ideal for dates or formal events where more presence is typically desired.

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About

Opens with a cool, almost aquatic violet and a subtle hint of star anise or licorice, giving it an intriguing, sheer spiciness. As it settles, iris adds a soft, powdery veil, while cotton flower and clean musk create a comfortable, airy feel. The drydown hints at warm amber and tonka, but remains largely ethereal and delicate throughout.

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