Yves Rocher 1986 EDP

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Venice

by Max Gavarry

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Yves Rocher Venice is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1986, created by Max Gavarry. Venice opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, Lemon, and Rosewood, settles into a heart of Patchouli, Rose, Jasmine, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Oakmoss. Yves Rocher's Venice carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This 80s powerhouse, often compared to Obsession and Must de Cartier, is a divisive but deeply loved oriental. If you like classic, warm, spicy scents, Venice is a hidden gem, though good luck finding a full bottle. It's not for everyone, but those who love it, really love it.
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  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Sophisticated
  • Soft
  • Sensual
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Venice Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent, warm, and spicy oriental profile, frequently described as 'heavy' and 'intense,' makes it less suitable for office or casual wear where subtlety is preferred. However, its romantic and sensual nature, with impressive lasting power, is perfectly suited for date nights and formal evening events.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Venice opens with a fleeting peach and bergamot sparkle, quickly giving way to a rich, powdery floral heart of orris and rose, underpinned by earthy patchouli. Its true character emerges in the deep, luxurious base: a warm, velvety blend of vanilla, amber, resinous opoponax, and smooth sandalwood, all softened by a hint of civet and oakmoss. It's a comforting, spicy embrace, reminiscent of dark red velvet.

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