Fragonard 2005 EDT

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Capucine

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Fragonard Capucine is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2005. Capucine opens with Bergamot and Tea, settles into a heart of Rose and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Musk. Fragonard's Capucine carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's divisive. Some find it a classy, creamy rose and tea scent; others get straight-up baby powder or even bug spray. Definitely try before you buy, it's a bit of a gamble.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Cozy
  • Classic
  • Relaxed
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Capucine Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Tea63%
Bergamot37%
Heartas listed
Jasmine53%
Rose47%
Baseas listed
Musk51%
Woody Notes49%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate sillage and generally soft, clean character make it suitable for casual wear and the office, provided it's applied sparingly. While some find it elegant enough for formal events, the powdery dry-down might lean too casual for others. It's not a strong performer, making it less ideal for high-energy situations.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

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
  • 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

Capucine opens with a delicate whisper of bergamot and tea, a gentle start that hints at quiet sophistication. As it settles, a soft, powdery rose and jasmine heart emerges, creating a comforting floral embrace. The base grounds the composition in warm, clean musk and subtle woody notes, leaving a lingering, slightly sweet and creamy impression that feels both classic and comforting.

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