Van Cleef & Arpels 1993 EDP

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Van Cleef

by Pascal Giraux

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Van Cleef & Arpels Van Cleef is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1993, created by Pascal Giraux. Van Cleef opens with Marigold, Bergamot, Neroli, and Galbanum, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Rose, Jasmine, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Van Cleef & Arpels's Van Cleef carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

This 90s powerhouse is a divisive old-school stunner. While some find its green, balsamic heft a little too much, others adore its rich, confident, and utterly glamorous aura. Expect compliments - and perhaps a few raised eyebrows.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Luxurious
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Van Cleef 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
Long (6-10h)
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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage, reported by many, make it less suitable for close quarters like the office. However, its rich, luxurious character and warm, balsamic notes are perfect for formal events and evening dates, where it can truly shine.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Van Cleef opens with a sharp, aromatic burst of galbanum and marigold, softened by a fleeting hint of raspberry and zesty bergamot. The heart unfolds into a rich floral tapestry, led by classic rose and jasmine, alongside bright orange blossom and geranium. The dry down is a luxurious embrace of warm sandalwood and creamy vanilla, underpinned by musky depth and the sweet spice of tonka bean. It's a complex dance of green, floral, and sweet, evolving beautifully on the skin.

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