Van Cleef & Arpels 2016 EDP

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In New York

by Sonia Constant

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Van Cleef & Arpels In New York is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Sonia Constant. In New York opens with Sea Water, Lemon, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Woody Notes, Musk, Lavender, and Clary Sage, and dries down to a base of Amber and Tonka Bean. Van Cleef & Arpels's In New York carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a solid, crowd-pleasing scent for the 'blue' fragrance lovers, delivering mass appeal without breaking the bank. It's often compared to popular designer scents, so don't expect groundbreaking originality, but it's a reliable choice for smelling good.
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In New York Eau de Parfum 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with a fresh, versatile profile, make it suitable for various settings. Reviews highlight its office-friendly and casual appeal, though it might be too light for very formal events or high-impact sports.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Imagine a cool, fresh wave crashing on a citrus grove, with In New York opening with a zesty burst of Italian lemon and mandarin, perfectly blended with invigorating sea notes. As it settles, woody undertones emerge, softened by clean lavender and clary sage. The base gently warms with amber and tonka bean, adding a touch of sophisticated sweetness that lingers.

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