Goutal 1981 EDT

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Folavril

by Annick Goutal

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Goutal Folavril is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1981, created by Annick Goutal. Goutal's Folavril carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Divisive yet delightful, Folavril is a weird and wonderful green floral that's either a stroke of genius or a sour mess, depending on your skin chemistry and tolerance for tomato leaf.
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Folavril Eau de Toilette 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

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and fresh, clean profile make it suitable for casual wear and even office settings, though it might be too unique for some. It's too distinctive for formal events and not traditionally romantic for dates, but its invigorating greenness makes it a good shout for sport.

About

Folavril kicks off with a sharp, almost fizzy green accord of tomato leaf, providing an unusual garden-fresh burst. This gives way to a breezy, clean floral heart where jasmine and boronia contribute a soft, somewhat soapy character. The mango note, rather than being overtly sweet or fruity, adds a subtle tropical nuance, ensuring the scent remains fresh and airy, eventually drying down to a surprisingly clean, laundry-like finish.

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