WS-VC&-1976

First

1976Men

floral up front, then green, settling into aldehydic.

First by Van Cleef & Arpels is a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women. First was launched in 1976. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean-Claude Ellena. Top notes are Aldehydes, Bergamot, Peach, Black Currant, Mandarin Orange and Raspberry; middle notes are Narcissus, Hiacynth, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Carnation, Ylang-Ylang, Orris Root, Tuberose,…

floral green aldehydic white floral

Nose: Jean-Claude Ellena

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Aldehydes, Bergamot, Peach, Black Currant, Mandarin Orange, Raspberry
Heart· 2–4h
Narcissus, Hiacynth, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Carnation, Ylang-Ylang, Orris Root, Tuberose, Turkish Rose, Orchid
Drydown· 6h+
Civet, Oakmoss, Honey, Amber, Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Tonka Bean, Vanilla

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

77%

76%

73%

66%

64%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Fall32%Spring29%Winter28%Summer12%Day54%Night46%Wears female72%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Van Cleef & Arpels picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does First smell like?

floral up front, then green, settling into aldehydic. Dominant accords: floral, green, aldehydic.

What notes are in First?

Top: Aldehydes, Bergamot, Peach, Black Currant, Mandarin Orange, Raspberry. Heart: Narcissus, Hiacynth, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Carnation, Ylang-Ylang, Orris Root, Tuberose, Turkish Rose, Orchid. Base: Civet, Oakmoss, Honey, Amber, Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Tonka Bean, Vanilla.

How long does First last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is First loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is First best for?

Fall is the top pick (32%). Spring is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for First?

Day wear leads at 54%. Night is a secondary pick at 46%.

Is First for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 72% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made First?

Composed by Jean-Claude Ellena. Released in 1976.