Jean Patou 1995 EDT

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Voyageur

by Jean Kerléo

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Jean Patou Voyageur is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1995, created by Jean Kerléo. Voyageur opens with Orange and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Lavender and Sage, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Sandalwood, and Oakmoss. Jean Patou's Voyageur carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Voyageur is a cult classic for a reason. Don't let the 90s aquatic label scare you off, this is a sophisticated take with a rich, unique base that sets it apart. It's a proper 'vintage snobs aquatic' that deserves a sniff if you like oakmoss.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Confident
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Voyageur Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Orange59%
Grapefruit41%
Heartas listed
Sage56%
Lavender44%
Baseas listed
Cedar46%
Oakmoss29%
Sandalwood25%

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

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 fresh, yet complex, character make it versatile for daily wear, leaning towards casual and date settings. The strong oakmoss and woody base might be a bit much for highly formal events or intense sport.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

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

Voyageur kicks off with a bright, tangy burst of grapefruit and orange, a familiar fresh opening that quickly smooths out. As it settles, herbal notes of lavender and sage emerge, adding a refined aromatic touch. The real magic happens in the dry down, where a rich, buttery sandalwood and cedar blend with a massive dose of oakmoss, creating a deep, luxurious, and slightly mysterious base. It's an aquatic with surprising depth, not your typical light-and-airy affair.

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