Bvlgari 2018 EDP

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Splendida Magnolia Sensuel

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Bvlgari Splendida Magnolia Sensuel is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. Splendida Magnolia Sensuel opens with Orange Blossom and Tangerine, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Magnolia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Bvlgari's Splendida Magnolia Sensuel carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a divisive floral. Some find it a truly authentic, sensual magnolia with great presence, while others get a sharp, soapy, or even 'old plant water' vibe. Definitely try before you buy to see which camp you fall into.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sensual
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Romantic
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Splendida Magnolia Sensuel 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate sillage and elegant floral profile make it suitable for formal and date nights, with many reviewers noting its 'classy' and 'sensual' appeal. However, some find it too intense or 'shouty' for office wear, and it lacks the freshness for casual or sport settings.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • 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

Splendida Magnolia Sensuel kicks off with a bright, zesty burst of tangerine and orange blossom, giving way to a rich, velvety heart of creamy magnolia and sweet jasmine. The base settles into a smooth, musky vanilla with a subtle earthy whisper of patchouli, creating a delicate yet sensuous floral journey. It aims for a natural, authentic magnolia experience, albeit with varying degrees of success depending on the skin.

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