Salvador Dalí 2014 EDP

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La Belle et l'Ocelot

by Henri Bergia

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Salvador Dalí La Belle et l'Ocelot is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Henri Bergia. La Belle et l'Ocelot opens with Mandarin and Artemisia, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Osmanthus, and Tonka Bean, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Benzoin, and Incense. Salvador Dalí's La Belle et l'Ocelot carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

A divisive darling, La Belle et l'Ocelot is a neo-vintage amber floral that some find breathtakingly elegant and others, a bit too old-school. It's a statement scent, demanding attention with its rich, complex character, though some find it a bit safe for a Salvador Dalí.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Classic
  • Warm
  • Confident
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La Belle et l'Ocelot 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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

While some find it office-appropriate due to its refined nature, its intensity and opulent character make it better suited for formal events and romantic evenings. Many reviews suggest it's a 'statement' fragrance, which might be a bit much for casual wear 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

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

Opens with a brisk, slightly bitter mandarin and artemisia, quickly giving way to a smooth, candied osmanthus and rose heart that feels both classic and modern. The dry-down settles into a warm, smoky embrace of benzoin and incense, grounded by earthy patchouli and a creamy tonka bean finish. Expect a sophisticated, rich amber floral experience.

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