Eau De Lanvin Lanvin

Unisex
Eau de Cologne
Year: 1933

At a glance

Is Eau De Lanvin Lanvin worth trying?

Eau de Lanvin by Lanvin is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Casual wear in Summer
Performance feel
Moderate longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
aromatic, citrus, woody with Bergamot, Lemon, Verbena

The first impression

Eau de Lanvin by Lanvin is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Eau de Lanvin was launched in 1933. The nose behind this fragrance is Andre Fraysse. Top notes are Bergamot, Lemon, Verbena and Coriander; middle notes are Jasmine, Geranium, Carnation and Rosemary; base notes are Cedar, Vetiver, Civet, Musk and Moss.

What shapes the scent

aromatic 100%
citrus 85%
woody 70%
fresh spicy 60%
musky 50%
powdery 40%
white floral 35%
earthy 30%
animalic 25%
floral 20%

The perfumer behind it

Andre Fraysse

Andre Fraysse

André Fraysse was a French perfumer who worked extensively for the house of Lanvin, creating many of its classic fragrances. His style balanced elegance with clarity, often highlighting floral and green notes in refined compositions. He is best known for the original Rumeur and Scandal, as well as Arpège Lanvin, which became a lasting symbol of the brand's olfactory identity.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Bergamot Bergamot
Lemon Lemon
Verbena Verbena
Coriander Coriander

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Jasmine Jasmine
Geranium Geranium
Carnation Carnation
Rosemary Rosemary

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Cedar Cedar
Vetiver Vetiver
Civet Civet
Musk Musk
Moss Moss

The mood it creates

The Explorer Archetype: Portrait of Eau De Lanvin Lanvin

Essence

Eau de Lanvin captures the spirit of the Explorer, a wanderer drawn to the thrill of discovery. Its bright citrus top notes and aromatic herbs evoke the first breath of a journey, while the woody-musky base grounds it in earthy resilience. This fragrance is for those who crave the open road and the stories it holds.

Style & Aesthetic

They prefer practicality with a touch of adventure-well-worn leather satchels, linen shirts rolled at the sleeves, and sun-bleached scarves. Their look is effortless, as if ready to pivot from a café terrace to a mountain trail. The fragrance’s crisp bergamot and herbal coriander mirror their unpretentious yet intriguing vibe.

Philosophy & Values

They value curiosity over convention, believing that life’s richness lies in the unexpected. The scent’s balance of freshness and depth reflects their ability to find wonder in both bustling markets and silent forests. For them, every encounter is a chance to learn.

Relationships

They are the friend who sends postcards from far-flung places, always leaving others slightly envious of their freedom. Romantically, they are passionate but restless, their heart as nomadic as their feet. The jasmine and carnation in the fragrance hint at fleeting yet memorable connections.

Lifestyle

Their days are unstructured, driven by whim and weather. They might spend hours sketching in a plaza or debating philosophy with strangers. The cedar and vetiver in Eau de Lanvin echo their love for rustic landscapes and the solace of campfires under starry skies.

Shadow

Their thirst for novelty can make them unreliable, always chasing the next horizon. The civet in the fragrance’s base suggests a feral edge-a reluctance to be tamed, even when roots might nourish them. They risk becoming perpetual outsiders.

Conclusion

Eau de Lanvin is the scent of the Explorer’s compass, pointing ever onward. It is a tribute to the joy of movement and the wisdom gathered along the way.