Very often in the perfumery and cosmetics store you can observe the following picture: a girl with an independent look wanders among shelves with bottles, and a consultant smoothly sneaks behind her and tries to show, recommend, and convince of the need for a purchase. “Yes, yes, it suits you, a great choice!” And it’s also good - the choice of self-confident. " Crazy under pressure, the buyer himself does not know what he wants - this or that, the nose after the third aroma does not perceive anything, and as a result, either a famous brand or what is offered is grabbed. As a rule, buyers bypass unfamiliar brands, preferring proven ones. But in vain. Indeed, among the little-known brands, very worthy ones are sometimes found. Like, for example, Van Cleef. Perfumes from the famous brand that produces jewelry may not take the last place in your perfume collection.
First
The laconic name for the very first eau de toilette released by the brand, right? She is already 40 years old, but the fragrance still has not lost its charm. Although fans of Van Clif retrospectives (perfume), reviews are mixed. Someone compares with Connect Jivago, someone seems Magie noir, some sniff Anais Anais. But everyone notes that water deserves attention.
The aroma belongs to the group of floral aldehyde. At the beginning of the composition, notes of mandarin, blackcurrant, peach, raspberry, bergamot and aldehydes sound. A floral bouquet of Turkish roses, cloves, tuberose, hyacinth, orchid, jasmine, daffodil and lily of the valley opens in the heart. A riot of flowers dilutes the root of iris and ylang-ylang, adding a touch of astringency. Basic chords are also rich: the masculine notes of vetiver, sandalwood, tonka and moss beans are combined with the sweetness of honey and vanilla. Depths add civet, ambergris and musk.
The fragrance is all-season, stub and persistent. But it’s better to sniff, like all aldehyde perfumes - without snubbing your nose in your wrist, then there is a great chance of reciprocity.
Feerie
The first thing you pay attention to when looking at the perfumes of "Extravaganza" ("Van Cleef") is a bottle. It is fabulously good: blue embossed glass and a lid with an elegant fairy.
The aroma itself matches the bottle: fruit and flower, sweet. Top notes are revealed with a combination of mandarin, blackcurrant, red berries and violet. Jasmine and a Bulgarian rose emerge in the heart. The base makes the composition a little heavier with chords of iris and vetiver.
Most customers note that they clearly hear the aroma of raspberries, which is not here.
Depending on the season, the perfume sounds differently: in summer it may seem a little intrusive, and in winter and autumn it will warm with sweet fruity notes and a sense of celebration.
Perfume "Van Cleef" "Extravaganza" reviews are quite positive, there are no sharply negative ones. The only negative is instability.
Feerie rubis
The fragrance belongs to the group of fruit floral. It is sweet, soft, slightly spicy. Feerie Rubis by Van Cleef (Perfume) was launched in 2015.
The upper chords are revealed with raspberries, powdered with pink pepper, red currants, a tangible sourness of citrus fruits (tangerine, bergamot and lemon) and a subtle lychee. A chic bouquet of magnolia, iris, white freesia, peony and the light sweetness of a peach reigns in the heart. The base adds restraint and heaviness to the aroma thanks to the combination of musk, tonka bean, cedar, sandalwood and violet.
These perfume reviews on the net are good. Some girls seem to have a “hello” from the 90s or the smell of Duru soap in them , but such units. It is noted that the aroma is quite persistent, especially if applied to clothes, and unobtrusive, therefore suitable for daily use. If you evaluate on a five-point scale, then this is a solid four.
Reve
“Van Cleef” Reve perfume was released in May 2013, but to this day they enjoy well-deserved love among fans of the fragrances of this brand.
Perfume belongs to the family of flower and fruit.
The pyramid opens with a delicate fruity accord based on neroli and pear, then a floral heart of white lily, osmanthus and peony sounds. At the base of perfumery water is a noble ambergris and sandalwood.
It is a gentle elegant fragrance for every day. Ideal for spring, in other seasons it may give unexpected chemical notes or seem too suffocating.
Reve elixir
Inspired by the success of Reve, Van Cliff released a heavier version of the fragrance in 2014.
A peach flower was added to the classic upper notes, osmanthus and lily are still soloing in the heart, but iris and frangipani backing vocals are added to them. In the base, in addition to sandalwood and ambergris, there are sharp notes of cedar wood.
The aroma has become more sensual and persistent. At first it may seem a little harsh and loud, but when opened it becomes warmer and deeper.
Tsar
Van Cleef has perfumes for men with a catchy catchy name. The first version was released back in 1989. The aroma is absolutely masculine - no unisex and sweetness inherent in many modern perfumes of the “for him” category.
Top notes immediately open sharply and a little prickly: lavender, rosemary, neroli, bergamot, fresh green notes, and all this is seasoned with cinnamon and coriander. Feminine chords of rose, lily of the valley, jasmine and geranium are felt, which are adjacent to the courageous notes of pine, tarragon, iris and caraway root. The base is also impressive in composition: sandalwood, musk, tonka, patchouli, ambergris, leather, coconut, vetiver, moss and white cedar.
Coniferous smell and spices are felt. The aroma is very persistent, stub, a bit vintage. Not suitable for everyone, only bright, bold, self-confident.
Where can one buy?
If you are interested in a perfume, then a logical question will arise: where to buy "Van Cleef" (perfume)? Price, Letual or Rive Gauche - all this can also matter.
Letual is the exclusive supplier of the brand in the Russian market, so you can find your favorite fragrances only in this network. The choice, unfortunately, is limited, and men's fragrances are often difficult to get.
The cost compared to luxury aromas is quite acceptable, especially if you get under the promotion or have a diamond store card. So Feerie will cost you 4699 rubles per 50 ml without discounts, Feerie Rubis costs 3399 rubles (30 ml), and Reve - 2949 rubles per 30 ml.