Lanvin 2011 EDP

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Avant Garde

by Shyamala Maisondieu

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Lanvin Avant Garde is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Shyamala Maisondieu. Avant Garde opens with Bergamot, Pepper, Pink Pepper, and Juniper, settles into a heart of Lavender, Cardamom, Nutmeg, and Beeswax, and dries down to a base of Amber, Vetiver, Tobacco, and Benzoin. Lanvin's Avant Garde carries a Favourite verdict, a spicy-led wear.

A cult classic that's become a unicorn, Lanvin Avant Garde is a sweet, spicy tobacco dream. It's a shame it's discontinued, leaving behind a loyal fanbase and exorbitant resale prices.
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  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Cozy
  • Sensual
  • Modern
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Avant Garde 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:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its warm, sweet, and moderately strong character makes it highly suited for dates and special occasions, where its inviting sillage truly shines. Reviews highlight its versatility for colder weather and evening wear, suggesting it's less ideal for office or active sport settings due to its prominent notes.

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

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

Avant Garde opens with a vibrant, fresh spice from juniper and pepper before quickly settling into its warm, inviting heart. Beeswax and cardamom intertwine to create a unique, honeyed sweetness, perfectly complemented by a rich, smooth tobacco and amber base. It's a comforting yet sophisticated scent, reminiscent of a cosy, spiced gourmand.

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