Clive Christian Perfume 2018 EDP

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XXI Art Deco Vanilla Orchid

by Angela Stavrevska

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Clive Christian Perfume XXI Art Deco Vanilla Orchid is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Angela Stavrevska. XXI Art Deco Vanilla Orchid opens with Hyacinth and Galbanum, settles into a heart of Lily of the Valley and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Vanilla. Clive Christian Perfume's XXI Art Deco Vanilla Orchid carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This isn't your average vanilla. Prepare for a green, floral bomb that’s polarising for some but absolutely adored by others who crave a unique, sophisticated statement. It’s certainly not a safe blind buy, especially at this price point, but it could be your new obsession.
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  • Bold
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Confident
XXI Art Deco Vanilla Orchid Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Topas listed
Baseas listed

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 Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and exceptional longevity reported by many, this scent is perhaps too dominant for a conservative office environment. It shines brighter in evening settings, making it perfect for formal events or a special date night where its unique character can truly make an impression. Its distinctive profile also means it's not an everyday casual wear for most.

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

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

Art Deco Vanilla Orchid kicks off with an unapologetically green, almost sharp, burst of galbanum and hyacinth, smelling like freshly cut stems rather than sweet blooms. As it settles, a delicate lily of the valley and a phantom orchid accord emerge, adding a sophisticated floral depth that prevents any syrupy sweetness. The vanilla here is more a soft, creamy backdrop - a velvety whisper that smooths the edges rather than dominating, leaving a trail that is uniquely green, floral, and subtly sweet.

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Complement

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Where to buy

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