Victoria's Secret 2014 EDP

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Victoria's Secret Forbidden

by Antoine Maisondieu , Aurélien Guichard

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Victoria's Secret Victoria's Secret Forbidden is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Antoine Maisondieu and Aurélien Guichard. Victoria's Secret Forbidden opens with Pear, settles into a heart of Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Amber. Victoria's Secret's Victoria's Secret Forbidden carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Divisive yet adored, this one's a bit of a chameleon. Some find it a soft, innocent amber, others a sexy, fruity delight, but nearly everyone agrees it's misnamed - there's nothing overtly 'forbidden' about it. A real 'love it or hate it' on the performance front too.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Cozy
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Relaxed
  • Feminine
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Victoria's Secret Forbidden Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pear100%
Heartas listed
Jasmine100%
Baseas listed
Amber52%
Woody Notes48%

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 Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it versatile for most settings, though it shines brightest in casual and date scenarios where its warm, inviting character can be appreciated. It's less suited for formal events or sport due to its sweet and cozy nature.

About

Opens with a juicy, syrupy burst of pear, sweet and inviting. This fruity sweetness is soon joined by a soft, almost powdery jasmine, adding a delicate floral touch. As it settles, warm amber notes emerge, creating a cozy and sensual foundation, gently supported by subtle, vanillic woody notes that ground the fragrance without making it heavy. A charming blend of sweet and warm.

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