Dries Van Noten 2024 EDP

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Bitter Splash

by Suzy Le Helley

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Dries Van Noten Bitter Splash is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Suzy Le Helley. Bitter Splash opens with Grapefruit and Cypress, settles into a heart of Carrot Seeds, Iris, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Leather, Cedar, and Vetiver. Dries Van Noten's Bitter Splash carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A truly elegant citrus-leather that defies expectations. Bitter Splash is divisive only in how people perceive the 'bitter' and 'leather', but universally praised for its sophisticated freshness. It's a surprisingly adaptable scent that's definitely worth a sniff.
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  • Fresh
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Confident
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Bitter Splash 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:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate sillage and fresh, clean profile make it excellent for office and casual wear, as many reviews highlight its effortless versatility. While not overtly formal, its elegant composure allows it to dress up, and it's generally too refined for sport.

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

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium

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

Don't let the name fool you, this isn't some harsh, sour affair. Bitter Splash opens with a bright, zesty grapefruit that's quickly softened by the green, aromatic lift of cypress. The heart introduces a refined, powdery iris alongside earthy carrot seeds and a hint of spicy geranium, adding a sophisticated depth. As it settles, a smooth, suede-like leather emerges, beautifully blended with warm cedar and earthy vetiver, creating a refined and surprisingly easy-wearing freshness that lasts.

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