Goutal 2001 EDP

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La Violette

by Isabelle Doyen , Camille Goutal

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Goutal La Violette is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2001, created by Isabelle Doyen and Camille Goutal. La Violette opens with Violet, settles into a heart of Rose, and dries down to a base of Violet Leaf. Goutal's La Violette carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This is a gorgeous, pure violet that'll transport you straight to a spring garden. There's some grumbling about recent reformulations, but the original is widely hailed as a violet masterpiece - just don't expect it to last forever.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
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La Violette Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Violet100%
Heartas listed
Rose100%
Baseas listed
Violet Leaf100%

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
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its gentle sillage and natural, fresh floral profile make it perfect for casual wear or the office, where it won't offend. The fleeting longevity, however, and classic innocent vibe mean it might be too subtle for formal events or a big night out.

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

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

La Violette opens with a dewy, almost aquatic freshness, where verdant violet leaves intertwine with the delicate, sweet scent of violet flowers. As it settles, a soft, powdery rose emerges, adding a touch of classic elegance without overpowering the central violet theme. It's a beautifully balanced, natural-smelling floral-green composition that evokes images of fresh blossoms after a spring shower.

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