V Canto 2016 Extrait

U ££ Acquired

Lucrethia

by Paolo Terenzi

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V Canto Lucrethia is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Paolo Terenzi. Lucrethia opens with Pear, settles into a heart of Cacao Pod, Amber, Jasmine, and Clove, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Patchouli, Honeysuckle, and Vanilla. V Canto's Lucrethia carries an Acquired verdict, a fruity-led wear.

V Canto's Lucrethia is a divisive twist on the familiar, with many calling it a souped-up, smoother version of Black Opium, while others find it lacks depth and performance. Expect a sweet, warm, and comforting scent that plays it safe.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Warm
  • Sweet
  • Cozy
  • Modern
  • Romantic
Lucrethia Extrait bottle

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.

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Spring Winter

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its sweet and warm profile makes it suitable for dates and casual outings, though some find its projection moderate to weak. The strong gourmand elements, though, make it less ideal for formal settings or the office where it could be overpowering.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • 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

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About

Lucrethia opens with a soft, juicy pear, quickly joined by an inviting warmth of cacao and coffee, softened by jasmine. As it settles, a sweet vanilla and benzoin emerge, mingling with earthy patchouli and a touch of creamy honeysuckle for a smooth, comforting base. It's a sweet, floral-fruity gourmand that balances brightness with a dusky depth.