Orlov Paris 2020 EDP

F ££ Acquired

Hope

by Amélie Jacquin

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Orlov Paris Hope is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Amélie Jacquin. Hope opens with Bergamot, Violet Leaf, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Rose, Osmanthus, and Peach, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Patchouli. Orlov Paris's Hope carries an Acquired verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Hope is a surprisingly divisive one for something so outwardly pleasant. Some find it a 'just nice' but forgettable peach-floral, while others adore its unique, comforting character. Don't blind buy; this fruity-floral scent has an unexpected edge you'll either love or loathe.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Cozy
  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Feminine
  • Bright
Hope 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

While initially some considered it office-suitable, reviews highlight its strong sillage and persistence, making it better suited for dates or casual wear where its 'devastatingly strong' presence can shine. Its bright fruity-floral character with a unique twist makes it too bold for formal settings or sports.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

Hope opens with a bright, subtly spiced kick of bergamot and pink pepper, softened by violet leaf's green whisper. The heart blossoms with a juicy, velvety peach, complemented by the apricot-like nuances of osmanthus and a sweet, honeyed rose. It settles into a warm, creamy base of musk and cedar, grounded by an earthy touch of patchouli.

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