Clive Christian Perfume 2018 EDP

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Victoriana Heliotrope

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Clive Christian Perfume Victoriana Heliotrope is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Victoriana Heliotrope opens with Heliotrope and Raspberry, settles into a heart of Labdanum, and dries down to a base of Musk and Frankincense. Clive Christian Perfume's Victoriana Heliotrope carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

Don't let the name fool you. This isn't a demure Victorian floral. It's a surprisingly bold, tart raspberry and leathery labdanum romp that defies expectations. Some will love its unisex edge, others will find it completely misnamed.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
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Victoriana Heliotrope Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Raspberry52%
Heliotrope48%
Heartas listed
Labdanum100%
Baseas listed
Frankincense50%
Musk50%

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
Also Works:
Winter

Its amber, powdery and fruity composition leans towards autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its distinctive, almost tart and leathery accords make it more suitable for evening or special occasions than a daily office scent. The 'expensive' feel lends itself well to formal events and dates, though its unique character might be a bit much for casual wear.

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

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 dry, tart raspberry, powdered and almost leathery, far from a sweet, juicy fruit. A subtle almondy heliotrope whispers in the background, but the star is the amber-labdanum heart, evoking a rich, nuanced depth. The drydown settles into the musky, woody embrace of frankincense, adding an expensive, almost masculine finish. It’s a complex, evolving scent that keeps you guessing.

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