Van Cleef & Arpels First Eau De Toilette 100ml Spray
Van Cleef & Arpels First Eau De Toilette 100ml Spray
Product Details
Van Cleef & Arpels First Eau de Toilette 100ml is one of the great floral aldehydes of modern French perfumery — composed by Jean-Claude Ellena (later Hermès' in-house perfumer) and launched in 1976 as the iconic Place Vendôme jeweller's debut fragrance. A complex composition of aldehydes, fruits and a vast white-floral heart, with a deep base of civet, oakmoss, honey, amber and musk.
About Van Cleef & Arpels
Van Cleef & Arpels is the legendary French jewellery house founded in Paris in 1896 by Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef on Place Vendôme, internationally known for its high jewellery, precious stones and signature Alhambra collection. The house's first fragrance — appropriately named First — was launched in 1976 and became one of the defining floral aldehydes of late-20th-century French perfumery.
Fragrance notes
- Top: Aldehydes, Bergamot, Peach, Blackcurrant, Mandarin Orange, Raspberry
- Heart: Narcissus, Hyacinth, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Carnation, Ylang-Ylang, Orris, Tuberose, Turkish Rose, Orchid
- Base: Civet, Oakmoss, Honey, Amber, Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Tonka Bean, Vanilla
Olfactory family: Floral Aldehyde | Launched: 1976 | Perfumer: Jean-Claude Ellena | Gender: Women
Who it's for
Best for fans of classical floral-aldehyde perfumery — natural territory for those who love Chanel No. 5, Lanvin Arpège or Estée Lauder Youth Dew. The civet-amber-musk drydown gives it serious classical character; the honeyed jasmine-rose-iris heart is unmistakably French perfumery. A natural choice for evenings, formal occasions and special celebrations.
How to wear it
Spray onto pulse points — wrists, behind the ears, the base of the throat — from around 15 cm away. As an Eau de Toilette built on a deep classical base, expect strong projection in the first hour and a soft, deeply floral skin scent for six to eight hours.
Specifications
- Size: 100ml
- Concentration: Eau de Toilette
- Gender: Women
- Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
- Year: 1976
- Perfumer: Jean-Claude Ellena
Care & Maintenance
To maintain the beauty and integrity of your purchase, we recommend treating it with care. Simple maintenance practices, such as gentle washing and proper storage, can effectively preserve the longevity of your favorites. We encourage you to refer to the care instructions included with each item, designed to help you keep your purchase in top condition.
Size & Fit
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