Van Cleef & Arpels 2021 Edp

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Orchid Leather

by Julien Rasquinet

Van Cleef & Arpels Orchid Leather is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Julien Rasquinet. The fragrance settles into a heart of Incense, Plum, Vanilla, and Cardamom.

Our verdict on Orchid Leather: Acquired

This one is a divisive beauty. Some find it a masterful blend of dark plum and rich warmth, while others are baffled by the 'leather' in its name, getting only a cloying sweetness or an off-putting mustiness. Truly a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but those who love it, obsess.
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
Orchid Leather Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1%
Floral 2%
Fruity 19%
Green 1%
Sweet 38%
Warm 36%
Woody 6%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 6%
Fresh 4%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its rich, boozy, and sweet profile, make it unsuitable for office wear. However, these same traits, plus its seductive darkness and mentions in reviews, position it perfectly for cooler weather dates and formal evening events.

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About

Orchid Leather plunges you into a velvety, boozy plum liqueur, sweetened by vanilla and spiced with cardamom. A smoky incense accord weaves through, deepened by labdanum, creating a mysterious ambery warmth that some interpret as a soft leather. It's a rich, dark, and often gourmand-leaning scent, with a luxurious, slightly gothic feel.