Vilhelm Parfumerie 2017 Edp

U ££££

Basilico & Fellini

Vilhelm Parfumerie Basilico & Fellini is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017. The fragrance opens with Basil and Pitahaya, settles into a heart of Violet and Fig, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Grass, and Hay.

Our verdict on Basilico & Fellini: Statement

Divisive and distinctive, Basilico & Fellini serves up a controversial, hyper-realistic green blast. Some find it a summer garden dream, others a Pesto nightmare or an anise overload. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
Check price on → Check prices ↓
  • Bold
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Clean
  • Confident
Basilico & Fellini Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

What is ScentArt? Explore in full screen →

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 11%
Fruity 15%
Green 51%
Sweet 16%
Warm 7%
Woody 7%
Earthy 8%
Animalic 0%
Fresh 20%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Green
100%
Fresh Spicy
79%
Aromatic
66%
Fresh
60%
Fruity
57%

Notes

Top Notes

Basil 67% Pitahaya 33%

Heart Notes

Fig 60% Violet 40%

Base Notes

Grass 40% Hay 33% Vetiver 27%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, green, and unique character makes it a standout for casual summer days and even light sport, evoking open spaces. While some might appreciate its distinctiveness on a date, its strong, sometimes polarising, herbal opening might be too bold for formal settings or a conservative office.

Similar

You Might Also Like

If you like this, try these

Compare

Where to buy

Wide selection Amazon UK Prime delivery often available Check price on →
Lowest Upfront £5.00 Nicchia Luxury UK - 2ml Buy Best Value £221.00 Nicchia Luxury UK - 100ml - £2.21/ml Buy
also worth checking
Check price on →

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

About

This scent bursts with an incredibly authentic, almost savoury basil, brightened by the elusive sweetness of pitahaya and a creamy fig note. As it settles, a dry, earthy blend of vetiver, grass, and hay emerges, creating a sun-drenched, herbaceous landscape. Violet adds a subtle powdery floral touch, though for some, a persistent liquorice or fennel note dominates.

Drawn from community reviews and editor-reviewed before publishing on . See our methodology and disclosure policy.