Gulf Orchid 2025 EDP

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Yacht Club

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Gulf Orchid Yacht Club is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2025. Yacht Club opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Violet, Labdanum, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Leather, Vanilla, and Honey. Gulf Orchid's Yacht Club carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a bit of a chameleon, often starting off like baby wipes and ending up as a warm, sophisticated embrace. Don't expect aquatics, despite the name; think lush, purple florals paired with a honeyed, amber base. It's a surprisingly complex wear for its price point.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Modern
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Yacht Club Eau de Parfum bottle
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Topas listed
Bergamot100%
Heartas listed
Violet39%
Incense30%
Labdanum30%
Baseas listed
Leather41%
Honey37%
Vanilla22%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and longevity make it versatile for various settings, though the opulent amber and honey notes might be a bit much for professional formal wear. Reviewers indicate it's easy to wear and suitable for day and night, especially in cooler weather, balancing its richness with a clean, powdery feel.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Yacht Club kicks off with a brief citrus sparkle from bergamot before quickly diving into a powdery violet heart, softened by the rich, resinous labdanum and a hint of smoky incense. The dry down is particularly gorgeous, settling into a luxurious blend of deep leather, sweet honey, and smooth vanilla, enveloped by a prominent amber warmth. It masterfully balances floral elegance with a darker, sweeter intensity.

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