Van Cleef & Arpels 2006 EDT

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First Love

by Christophe Raynaud

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Van Cleef & Arpels First Love is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2006, created by Christophe Raynaud. First Love opens with Mandarin, Osmanthus, and Pepper, settles into a heart of Ylang-Ylang, Peony, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Amber and Vanilla. Van Cleef & Arpels's First Love carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This 'First Love' is a real mixed bag. Some call it soft, warm, and comforting, while others are scrubbing it off, complaining about a 'nasty' opening or an old-fashioned vibe. It's a divisive scent, so test before you commit.
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  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Subtle
  • Feminine
  • Classic
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First Love Eau de Toilette 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
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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate longevity and soft sillage make it suitable for close-contact occasions like dates or casual wear, where its warm and comforting nature can be appreciated without being overpowering. The vintage-leaning, powdery floral character might feel a bit out of place in a very modern office or formal setting, and it's certainly not 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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

First Love opens with a surprising tartness, a blend of bright mandarin and a hint of pepper, quickly softened by the distinctive leathery-apricot nuances of osmanthus. As it settles, a floral heart of creamy ylang-ylang, delicate peony, and exotic orchid emerges, lending a sweet yet sophisticated femininity. The dry-down wraps you in a warm, powdery embrace of amber and vanilla, creating a cozy and slightly vintage feel.

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