Vilhelm Parfumerie 2015 EDP

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125th & Bloom

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Vilhelm Parfumerie 125th & Bloom is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015. 125th & Bloom opens with Angelica and Saffron, settles into a heart of Rose and Violet, and dries down to a base of Ebony and Leather. Vilhelm Parfumerie's 125th & Bloom carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one is a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect strong opinions, divisive reactions, and a good few people telling you it smells like 'fancy dirt'. It's unapologetically bold, so if you're after subtle, look elsewhere.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Confident
  • Elegant
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125th & Bloom Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Saffron64%
Angelica36%
Heartas listed
Rose56%
Violet44%
Baseas listed
Leather56%
Ebony44%

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:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and heavy leather-floral accords make it too strong for the office but perfect for evening events or a confident date night. Reviewers highlight its suitability for 'elegant dinners' and 'high-profile business events', reinforcing its formal and date appeal.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

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

Opens with an intriguing, slightly herbal kick from angelica and spicy saffron, before settling into a rich, dark floral heart of rose and violet. The main event, though, is the deep, sophisticated leather that underpins everything, intertwined with the earthy depth of ebony, creating an animalic, almost metallic warmth. This isn't your grandma's floral-leather; it's a modern, edgy take.

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