Lanvin 1997 EDP

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L'Homme

by Alberto Morillas

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Lanvin L'Homme is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1997, created by Alberto Morillas. L'Homme opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, Neroli, and Lavender, settles into a heart of Pepper, Cardamom, Sage, and Mint, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Lanvin's L'Homme carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This Morillas creation is a classic, though it shows its age a bit. It is a fresh, clean charmer that people still love for its soothing nature, despite the performance being a bit of a mixed bag. Not a groundbreaking scent, but solid for the price.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
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L'Homme 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 Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and often subtle sillage makes it ideal for office wear and casual outings where it won't overpower. While some find it romantic, its light nature means it might not shine as brightly on formal dates, but it works well for daytime sports due to its invigorating 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
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • 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

L'Homme opens with a bright, zesty burst of bergamot and mandarin, softened by the delicate floral touch of neroli and classic lavender. As it settles, a fresh spicy heart emerges with a kick of pepper and the herbal nuances of mint and sage, intertwined with warm cardamom. The dry-down reveals a comforting base of smooth sandalwood, amber, and a hint of creamy vanilla, all grounded by a clean, musky embrace.

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