The Merchant of Venice 2016 EDP

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La Fenice

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The Merchant of Venice La Fenice is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. La Fenice opens with Hawthorn and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Almond Blossom, Tuberose, and Heliotrope, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. The Merchant of Venice's La Fenice carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A divisive floral vanilla that splits opinion. Some find it a fluffy, elegant dream of powdery sweetness, others a generic, cloying mess reminiscent of older scents. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Romantic
  • Sensual
  • Cozy
  • Elegant
  • Soft
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La Fenice 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:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate sillage and soft, comforting character make it suitable for close-quarters like the office, provided it's not oversprayed. The romantic, elegant quality naturally lends itself to date nights, while also being popular for casual at-home wear due to its 'soft life' vibe. It's too sweet and plush for hot weather or physical activity.

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

Other declarable allergens

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

La Fenice opens with a brief citrusy mandarin burst, quickly settling into a creamy, powdery vanilla heart. Tuberose and almond blossom lend a soft, almost milky floral sweetness, while heliotrope reinforces the plush, velvety texture. A hint of cedar peeks through in the elegant, long-lasting tonka and vanilla base, creating a warm, enveloping aura that's often described as ethereal and delicate.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 23 September

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