Frapin 2007 EDP

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Caravelle Epicee

by Jeanne-Marie Faugier

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Frapin Caravelle Epicee is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2007, created by Jeanne-Marie Faugier. Caravelle Epicee opens with Nutmeg and Coriander, settles into a heart of Caraway, Chili, Guaiac Wood, and Pepper, and dries down to a base of Amber, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Tobacco. Frapin's Caravelle Epicee carries a Favourite verdict, a spicy-led wear.

This spicy, woody amber is seriously divisive. Some find it a richly complex, elegant journey, others can't get past a persistent 'sweaty cumin' note. Definitely one to try before you buy.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Elegant
  • Masculine
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Caravelle Epicee 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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it versatile, suitable for casual wear but refined enough for formal occasions. The complex, warm spice profile makes it particularly fitting for cooler weather dates and sophisticated gatherings, though some may find it too potent for an office setting.

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

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

Imagine stepping into an antique spice merchant's, where initial bursts of warm nutmeg and fresh coriander mingle with the subtle heat of caraway and chilli. As it settles, the scent deepens, revealing the smoky, resonant tones of guaiac wood and a peppery kick, before evolving into a rich base of sweet amber, creamy sandalwood, earthy patchouli, and dry tobacco. It's an evocative, old-world journey.

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