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Orchidée Vanille by Van Cleef & Arpels
2009 • Women

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS
ORCHIDÉE VANILLE

Orchidée Vanille by Van Cleef & Arpels opens with a fresh and fruity burst of mandarin and lychee, setting a bright tone that instantly uplifts the senses. As it evolves, the heart reveals a delicate blend of Bulgarian rose, bitter almond, and violet, adding a sophisticated floral and nutty character that deepens the experience. The fragrance settles into a warm, inviting base of cedar, tonka bean, and rich vanilla absolute, creating a soft, powdery finish that lingers gently on the skin. This fragrance is best suited for women who appreciate a sweet yet refined profile, particularly during the cooler months of fall and winter. Its moderate longevity and intimate sillage make it versatile enough for both day and night wear, ensuring it’s perfect for cozy gatherings or quiet evenings. Orchidée Vanille stands out in the realm of vanilla fragrances with its elegant balance of sweetness and floral nuances. If you enjoy fragrances like Dior's Hypnotic Poison but crave something a bit more nuanced, this could be your next go-to scent.

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4.3
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person Perfumer Randa Hammami
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The opening leans on mandarin and lychee, then a violet and bitter almond accord takes over within the first hour. Vanilla absolute, tonka bean, and cedar carry the base, which is where the wear ultimately lives. Performance is on the gentler side — a soft signature rather than a loud one. Hits hardest across fall and winter at any hour. The 4.3-star rating with 28,994 voters behind it makes a blind buy defensible.

timerLONGEVITY

4-6 Hours45%
FLEETINGETERNAL

wavesSILLAGE

Intimate19%
INTIMATERADIATING

wc GENDER MAP

FEMININE UNISEX MASCULINE

calendar_month SEASON MAP

spa 23.2% SPRING
wb_sunny 15.8% SUMMER
eco 31.1% FALL
ac_unit 29.8% WINTER

schedule DAY / NIGHT

light_mode 55% DAY
dark_mode 45% NIGHT

equalizer ACCORD SIGNATURE

vanilla 100%
powdery 67%
sweet 66%
violet 59%
almond 58%
fruity 56%
citrus 55%
amber 53%

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