Shiseido 1997 EDP

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Vocalise

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Shiseido Vocalise is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1997, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. Vocalise opens with Green Notes, Fruity Notes, Neroli, and Rosewood, settles into a heart of Red Currant, Yuzu, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Heliotrope. Shiseido's Vocalise carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Vocalise is a gorgeous, elegant floral-fruit scent, beloved by those who discover its subtle charm. It's a shame this well-blended classic is so hard to find now.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Romantic
  • Clean
  • Classic
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Vocalise 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 Fall
Also Works:
Summer

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

With moderate longevity and sillage, Vocalise is versatile enough for most settings. Its elegant, inoffensive nature makes it highly suitable for everyday casual wear and the office, while also being appropriate for dates due to its subtle sophistication. It's less ideal for formal events where something bolder might be preferred, and definitely not for sport.

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

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Opening with a sweet, lush burst of peach and vibrant fruity notes, Vocalise quickly introduces a delicate, exotic orchid and fresh green notes, brightened by a hint of neroli. The heart blooms into a classic floral bouquet of rose, jasmine, and lily of the valley, given a unique twist by tart red currant and the distinctive scent of hinoki wood. The dry down settles into a warm, inviting embrace of musky vanilla, creamy sandalwood, and a touch of peppery heliotrope, leaving a lasting sophisticated impression.

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