The Merchant of Venice 2025 EDP
Cyprus Shell
by Gaël Montero
The Merchant of Venice Cyprus Shell is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2025, created by Gaël Montero. Cyprus Shell opens with Salt, Mandarin, and Pear, settles into a heart of Rose, Iris, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Ambroxan, Musk, Patchouli, and Oakmoss. The Merchant of Venice's Cyprus Shell carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.
This one's a mixed bag, love-it-or-hate-it for some, but a refined choice for those who get it. It’s a sophisticated iris with a salty-sweet twist, perfect for embodying that chic, 'summer in the Mediterranean' vibe without resorting to typical aquatic clichés.What our verdicts mean →
- Sophisticated
- Powdery
- Fresh
- Cozy
- Elegant
Scent Profile
Composition
Timeline
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
When To Wear
Best Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Best Occasions
Its moderate sillage and unique, refined scent profile make it suitable for casual wear and dates, where it can be appreciated without being overwhelming. The powdery iris and earthy base might be a bit much for formal events or sports, but it's office-friendly 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
- Geraniol
- Oakmoss
Other declarable allergens
- Synthetic 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
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Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 29 August
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