Valentino 2021 EDT

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Born In Roma Uomo Yellow Dream

by Antoine Maisondieu , Guillaume Flavigny , Nathalie Lorson

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Valentino Born In Roma Uomo Yellow Dream is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Antoine Maisondieu, Guillaume Flavigny, and Nathalie Lorson. Born In Roma Uomo Yellow Dream opens with Mandarin and Pineapple, settles into a heart of Gingerbread, Spicy Notes, and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Vanilla. Valentino's Born In Roma Uomo Yellow Dream carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A vibrant, juicy pineapple blast meets warm vanilla and gingerbread for a playful, crowd-pleasing twist on sweet masculine fragrance. Irresistibly modern, it shines on dates and nights out but offers more depth than your average sweet scent.
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  • Confident
  • Playful
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Modern
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Born In Roma Uomo Yellow Dream Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pineapple52%
Mandarin48%
Heartas listed
Gingerbread33%
Spicy Notes33%
Ginger33%
Baseas listed
Vanilla57%
Cedar43%

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 Winter

The sweet pineapple and citrus opening gives it lift for spring, while the vanilla, gingerbread, and warm spice heart make it especially fitting for autumn. Its gourmand and spicy base also bring comfort for cool winter days, but the sweetness could be cloying in high summer heat.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

The playful sweetness and moderate projection make it best for dates, casual outings, or nightlife. The pronounced gourmand character is less suited to office or sport settings where subtlety is preferred, but can work for informal or creative environments.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, AQUA / WATER, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE, COUMARIN, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, CITRONELLOL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, CITRAL, CINNAMAL, EUGENOL, GERANIOL, ISOEUGENOL, CI 14700 / RED 4

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Printed with this list: F.I.L. B262724/1

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Born In Roma Uomo Yellow Dream Eau de Toilette opens with a zesty burst of pineapple and mandarin, creating a tangy and juicy first impression. The heart is a unique blend of spicy gingerbread and ginger, dusted with cinnamon, lending warmth and a gourmand edge without becoming too heavy. A creamy vanilla absolute anchors the base, supported by soft cedar and the signature Valentino musky-amber modernness. The result is a bold, energetic fragrance that balances playful sweetness with spicy warmth, making it both inviting and attention-grabbing.

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