Ulric de Varens 2016 EDP

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Varens d'Orient Saphir

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Ulric de Varens Varens d'Orient Saphir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. Varens d'Orient Saphir opens with Fruity Notes, settles into a heart of Rose and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Amber, Patchouli, Vanilla, and Praline. Ulric de Varens's Varens d'Orient Saphir carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Divisive yet captivating, Saphir is a budget-friendly gourmand with a serious sweet tooth. Some find it a delightful, versatile, crowd-pleaser, others can't stomach its intensity.
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  • Sweet
  • Warm
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  • Feminine
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Varens d'Orient Saphir Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Fruity Notes100%
Heartas listed
Rose51%
Jasmine49%
Baseas listed
Praline29%
Vanilla26%
Patchouli25%
Amber20%

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its strong sillage and gourmand profile make it less suitable for a discreet office environment, although some find it surprisingly versatile for work. The sweet, warm, and sophisticated notes, along with good performance, lend themselves well to evening dates and cooler-weather casual wear. For formal events, it offers a touch of opulent sweetness, but its intensity might be too much for some settings.

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

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 rich burst of 'dark fruits' - imagine a concentrated, slightly jammy sweetness. The heart unfolds into a plush floral bouquet of rose and jasmine, adding a touch of classic elegance. As it dries, a decadent blend of warm amber, vanilla, and chocolatey praline emerges, grounded by a subtle hint of earthy patchouli, creating a creamy, edible finish.

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