Cartier 2001 EDT

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Eau de Cartier

by Christine Nagel

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Cartier Eau de Cartier is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2001, created by Christine Nagel. Eau de Cartier opens with Bergamot, Yuzu, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Violet, Violet Leaf, and Lavender, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Patchouli. Cartier's Eau de Cartier carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A divisive scent for Cartier, praised as a fresh, clean masterpiece for warm weather, yet lambasted by many for its vanishing act. If you want something subtle, clean and elegant for your gym bag, this could be it, but don't expect it to last.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
  • Modern
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Eau de Cartier Eau de Toilette 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

With its subtle projection and short longevity, this fragrance is ideal for office wear, casual outings, or even a post-workout refresh, as it's unlikely to offend. It's less suited for dates or formal events where stronger projection and lasting power are generally desired.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Eau de Cartier opens with a sharp, invigorating burst of yuzu and bergamot, underscored by a twist of coriander. It quickly softens to a powdery heart of violet and lavender, delicate and clean, settling into a whisper of musk, cedar, and amber. It evokes modernity, though some find an unexpected 'gin-and-tonic' bitterness or even a hint of 'metallic baby powder' in the violet-musk.

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