Gloria Vanderbilt 1994 EDP

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Gloria Vanderbilt V is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1994. V opens with Floral Notes, Fruity Notes, and Citrus, settles into a heart of Water Lily and Honey, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes. Gloria Vanderbilt's V carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive and distinctive, V is a nostalgic floral-fruity trip that some adore for its unique honeyed-boozy charm, while others find it a dated, headache-inducing mess. Definitely not for everyone, but worth a sniff if you're feeling adventurous.
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  • Playful
  • Unique
  • Nostalgic
  • Boozy
  • Sweet
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V 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate longevity makes it suitable for everyday casual wear, but the 'boozy' undertone and potential polarizing nature mean it's best avoided in professional or formal settings. Some found it too overwhelming even for the gym, despite its perceived lightness.

About

V opens with a bright burst of citrus and generic fruity notes, quickly mingling with a bouquet of florals. As it settles, a prominent honey accord emerges, giving the scent a distinct mead-like or 'boozy' sweetness, balanced by the aquatic touch of water lily. The dry down is a subtle, clean woody base, leaving a moderately lasting impression of this quirky blend.

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