Vilhelm Parfumerie 2016 EDP

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Modest Mimosa

by Jérôme Epinette

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Vilhelm Parfumerie Modest Mimosa is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Jérôme Epinette. Modest Mimosa opens with Carrot Seeds and Neroli, settles into a heart of Violet and Mimosa, and dries down to a base of Musk and Leather. Vilhelm Parfumerie's Modest Mimosa carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This mimosa fragrance is a bit of a mixed bag; some find it a delightful, fresh take on the floral, while others are put off by its distinctive opening notes and powdery dry down. Definitely one to sample before committing.
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  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Fresh
  • Subtle
  • Feminine
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Modest Mimosa Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Neroli51%
Carrot Seeds49%
Heartas listed
Mimosa58%
Violet42%
Baseas listed
Musk57%
Leather43%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, fresh, and often subtle character makes it ideal for office and casual wear, projecting an arm's length bubble without being overwhelming. While some find its longevity satisfactory, others note it fades quickly, limiting its suitability for formal events where a longer-lasting impression is desired.

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

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • 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

Modest Mimosa opens with a distinctive, almost detergent-like burst of neroli, softened slightly by a fleeting hint of carrot. The heart blooms into a powdery floral bouquet, with mimosa and violet taking centre stage. The base settles into a musky sweetness, though the promised leather note is often elusive, leaving a clean, gentle finish.

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