Carven 1999 EDT

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Homme

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Carven Homme is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1999. Homme opens with Bergamot, Rosewood, Lavender, and Geranium, settles into a heart of Virginia Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Patchouli. Carven's Homme carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Carven Homme is a divisive, discontinued gem. Some find it a timeless, masculine classic, while others can't get past its
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Homme 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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and long-lasting nature make it suitable for various settings, though some find it a bit strong for daily office wear. The rich, woody-spicy profile leans towards more dressed-up or intimate occasions, with reviews mentioning its versatility for both casual and formal use, especially in cooler weather.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Virginian cedarwood Juniperus Virginiana Oil from Virginia Cedarwood
  • Virginian cedarwood Juniperus Virginiana Oil from Virginia Cedarwood

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

Opens with a sophisticated blend of fresh bergamot, aromatic lavender, and a hint of juniper, softened by rosewood's subtle touch. The heart unfolds into a rich, spicy and woody core, where warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and coriander mingle with earthy vetiver and robust cedarwood and sandalwood. The drydown is a luxurious embrace of sweet vanilla, warm amber, smoky tobacco, and supple leather, grounded by deep patchouli and musk.

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