Van Cleef & Arpels 2008 EDP

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Feerie

by Antoine Maisondieu

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Van Cleef & Arpels Feerie is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Antoine Maisondieu. Feerie opens with Red Fruits, Mandarin, Violet, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Rose and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Vetiver and Iris. Van Cleef & Arpels's Feerie carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This is a prime example of 'bottle over juice' territory. While universally praised for its magnificent bottle, the fragrance itself often polarises opinion, ranging from a 'nice but simple' violet-berry blend to an overly sweet, artificial 'blueberry hooch'. It's a whimsical, youthful scent for those who adore candied violets and berries.
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  • Fresh
  • Subtle
  • Romantic
  • Soft
  • Feminine
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Feerie Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Violet30%
Blackcurrant30%
Red Fruits23%
Mandarin17%
Heartas listed
Rose54%
Jasmine46%
Baseas listed
Iris55%
Vetiver45%

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
Also Works:
Summer Fall Winter

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and light, fruity-floral profile make it suitable for casual wear and dates, but its sweetness might be too much for some office settings. It lacks the gravitas for formal events and the freshness required for sport.

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

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

Feerie opens with a vibrant burst of sweet red berries and tart blackcurrant, instantly evoking a playful, fruity sweetness. This juicy introduction soon intertwines with a delicate violet, lending a candied, powdery floral nuance that’s both familiar and enchanting. Hints of soft rose and elegant iris emerge in the heart, before settling into a subtle, earthy base of vetiver.

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