Roberto Cavalli 2017 EDP

F ££ Acquired

Florence

by Marie Salamagne

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Roberto Cavalli Florence is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Marie Salamagne. Florence opens with Mandarin and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Hibiscus, Grapefruit Blossom, and Orange Blossom, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Patchouli. Roberto Cavalli's Florence carries an Acquired verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Florence is a divisive powerhouse. Its boisterous blackcurrant and patchouli combo means you'll either adore its bold, sensual sillage or find it overwhelmingly synthetic and a bit 'old lady'. Definitely not a Wallflower's fragrance.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Confident
  • Elegant
  • Sensual
  • Sophisticated
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Florence 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its nuclear sillage and exceptional longevity, Florence isn't suited for office wear, where it might overwhelm. It excels in date night and formal settings, where its rich, confident aroma can truly shine, but it's too much for casual or sportwear.

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

  • 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

Florence opens with a juicy, tart burst of blackcurrant and mandarin, immediately making a statement. This gives way to a white floral heart of orange blossom and hibiscus, adding a touch of heady sweetness. The real character emerges in the dry-down, however, where a prominent, earthy patchouli blends with warm amber and a soft musk, creating a deep, resonant base that lingers for ages.

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