Jeanne Arthes EDP

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La Voile Rouge

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Jeanne Arthes La Voile Rouge is an Eau de Parfum. La Voile Rouge opens with Bergamot and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Vetiver and Lavender, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Patchouli, and Oakmoss. Jeanne Arthes's La Voile Rouge carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a proper old-school green woody scent that's divisive as hell, but if you're into that classic, no-nonsense barbershop vibe from the 80s, you'll love its punchy character and ridiculous value. Definitely not for everyone, mind.
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  • Classic
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Confident
  • Earthy
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La Voile Rouge 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its significant longevity and projection, combined with a strong woody and earthy character, make it a bit much for a formal office setting. However, its classic, bold nature is well-suited for casual outings and can certainly make a statement on a date, appealing to those who appreciate vintage style.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender

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 Voile Rouge kicks off with a bold, almost juicy blast of redcurrant leaf and bergamot, cutting through with a sharp, green freshness. It quickly settles into a more grounding heart of aromatic lavender and earthy vetiver, before drying down to a deep, mossy base. Rich patchouli, rugged oakmoss, and dry cedar deliver a robust, enduring woody finish that screams vintage charm.

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