Sylvaine Delacourte 2016 EDP

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Dovana

by Anne-Louise Gautier

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Sylvaine Delacourte Dovana is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Anne-Louise Gautier. Dovana opens with Sandalwood, Rose, and Ambrette, settles into a heart of Mandarin, Iris, and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Neroli, Heliotrope, and Clean Musk. Sylvaine Delacourte's Dovana carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

This clean, powdery iris musk splits opinions: some adore its soft, 'fresh out of the shower' vibe, while others find it too soapy, elusive, or simply 'meh'. If you're after subtle elegance, it might be your new signature.
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  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Cozy
  • Sweet
  • Elegant
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Dovana 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:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its intimate sillage and moderate longevity make it an excellent choice for office wear or casual daytime outings where a subtle, clean scent is preferred. It's less suited for formal events or sports, where more projection or a different character might be desired.

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
  • 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

Dovana opens with a soft, clean musk and a hint of warm sandalwood, quickly evolving into a powdery floral heart. Delicate iris and sweet heliotrope blend with creamy vanilla, creating an almost cosmetic, skin-like aroma. A gentle whisper of mandarin and neroli provides a subtle, fresh lift, keeping the overall impression light and airy, drying down to a comforting, subtly sweet embrace.

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