Parfums MDCI 2022 EDP

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La Ravissante

by Bertrand Duchaufour

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Parfums MDCI La Ravissante is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Bertrand Duchaufour. La Ravissante opens with Starfruit, Red Fruits, Nashi Pear, and Lemon, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Magnolia, Osmanthus, and Honeysuckle, and dries down to a base of Driftwood, Marshmallow, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Parfums MDCI's La Ravissante carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Divisive yet utterly charming, La Ravissante is a fruity-floral gourmand that some will adore and others will dismiss as dated. It's a confident, long-lasting scent for those who enjoy a nostalgic, sweet escape with a sophisticated twist.
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  • Sweet
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Romantic
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La Ravissante 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
Also Works:
Summer Fall

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage make it suitable for dates and casual outings without being overwhelming. While some find it too prominent for the office, its sophisticated sweet profile can work for formal events if applied lightly.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

Other declarable allergens

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

Opening with a burst of bright red fruits and juicy Nashi pear, La Ravissante instantly evokes a playful sweetness. This fruity prelude gracefully gives way to a lush floral heart where delicate honeysuckle and creamy magnolia intertwine with airy ozonic notes, preventing it from becoming too heavy. The drydown settles into a comforting base of fluffy marshmallow and warm vanilla, grounded by soft sandalwood and subtle driftwood, creating a sophisticated gourmand accord that lingers beautifully.

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