Viktor&Rolf 2017 EDP

U ££££ Acquired

Lavender Illusion

by Amandine Clerc-Marie

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Viktor&Rolf Lavender Illusion is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Amandine Clerc-Marie. Lavender Illusion opens with Finger Lime and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Lavender, and dries down to a base of Musk and Pine. Viktor&Rolf's Lavender Illusion carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

A truly divisive scent, Lavender Illusion is either a beautifully fresh, clean, and unique lavender experience or a sharp, headache-inducing cleaning product. Not for the faint-hearted or those seeking a traditional lavender.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Edgy
  • Bold
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Lavender Illusion Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Blackcurrant55%
Finger Lime45%
Heartas listed
Lavender100%
Baseas listed
Pine58%
Musk42%

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:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for casual wear and dates without being overpowering. While some find it too sharp for enclosed office settings, its fresh, clean profile can work in more relaxed environments.

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

  • 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

Lavender Illusion opens with a bright, zesty burst of finger lime intertwined with the juicy sweetness of blackcurrant, creating an unexpectedly fruity introduction. This vibrant start quickly mellows into a surprisingly smooth, herbaceous lavender heart, far removed from typical fougère iterations. As it settles, a clean musk emerges, underpinned by a distinctive hint of pine, lending an aromatic depth that can evoke images of fresh forests or even a Christmas tree.

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