Vilhelm Parfumerie 2015 EDP
Morning Chess
Vilhelm Parfumerie Morning Chess is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Jérôme Epinette. Morning Chess opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Leather and Galbanum, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Ambergris. Vilhelm Parfumerie's Morning Chess carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.
This one's a divisive ode to Aventus, but if you're not burnt out on that DNA, Morning Chess offers a fresher, arguably more refined take. Expect a confident, mass-appealing scent that will reel in compliments, though some might find it too similar to cheaper alternatives.What our verdicts mean →
- Confident
- Fresh
- Sophisticated
- Clean
- Energetic
Profile
Composition
Timeline
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
When To Wear
Best Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Best Occasions
Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for everyday wear, though some find performance lacking for an office setting. The sophisticated leather element elevates it for dates and casual outings, but it might be too vibrant for very formal occasions.
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
- Bergamot
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
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