Lanvin 2021 EDT

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Blue Orchid

by Alexandra Carlin

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Lanvin Blue Orchid is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Alexandra Carlin. Blue Orchid opens with Lemon and Apple, settles into a heart of Iris and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Musk and Tonka Bean. Lanvin's Blue Orchid carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This is a clean, crisp floral with a soft, powdery iris that offers a refreshingly understated elegance. It's often hailed as an affordable dupe for pricier alternatives, but its divisive apple note and subtle performance means it's not for everyone - blind buy at your own risk.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Subtle
  • Modern
  • Elegant
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Blue Orchid Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Apple53%
Lemon47%
Heartas listed
Iris62%
Orchid38%
Baseas listed
Musk64%
Tonka Bean36%

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 Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its clean, airy, and soft projection makes it ideal for office wear and casual settings, as many reviews highlight its 'office-friendly' nature. The lighter performance keeps it from being overwhelming, making it less suitable for formal events or a dynamic date night.

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

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Blue Orchid opens with a bright, tart burst of lemon and a sweet, juicy apple that quickly settles into a powdery iris heart. The orchid note, though present in the name, is subtle, overshadowed by the musky, clean floral. A soft tonka bean in the base adds a touch of warmth and sweetness, keeping it from being too sharp or cold, creating a 'just-showered' aura.

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Where to buy

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