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Van Cleef

1993Men

aromatic up front, then sweet, settling into fresh spicy.

Van Cleef by Van Cleef & Arpels is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Van Cleef was launched in 1993. The nose behind this fragrance is Pascal Giraux. Top notes are Marigold, Galbanum, Neroli, Raspberry and Bergamot; middle notes are Geranium, Orange Blossom, Jasmine and Rose; base notes are Tonka…

aromatic sweet fresh spicy balsamic

Nose: Pascal Giraux

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Marigold, Galbanum, Neroli, Raspberry, Bergamot
Heart· 2–4h
Geranium, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Rose
Drydown· 6h+
Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cedar, Musk

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

61%

61%

57%

50%

45%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Fall43%Winter38%Spring12%Summer7%Night57%Day43%Wears female70%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
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Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Van Cleef smell like?

aromatic up front, then sweet, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: aromatic, sweet, fresh spicy.

What notes are in Van Cleef?

Top: Marigold, Galbanum, Neroli, Raspberry, Bergamot. Heart: Geranium, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Rose. Base: Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cedar, Musk.

How long does Van Cleef last?

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

Is Van Cleef loud?

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

What season is Van Cleef best for?

Fall is the top pick (43%). Winter is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Van Cleef?

Night wear leads at 57%. Day is a secondary pick at 43%.

Is Van Cleef for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 70% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Van Cleef?

Composed by Pascal Giraux. Released in 1993.