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Clive Christian · Sold as feminine
V for Women
The quiet sophistication of an afternoon tea in a private drawing room, where the scent of fresh flowers mingles with the warmth of rich woods and spices.
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V for WomenLuxury · $250+
47%Similar accords, often for lessSafari for Men · Ralph LaurenMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 21 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2012 by Clive Christian, V for Women is a chypre floral fragrance that marries freshness with warmth through its complex blend of notes. Perfumer Christian Provenzano crafted this scent to evoke a sense of refined luxury and subtle complexity. The composition opens with the bright zest of bergamot and coriander, which quickly gives way to a heart of rose, jasmine, and lavender — floral notes that are softened by the honeyed warmth of amber and musk in the base. This fragrance is neither overwhelming nor understated but rather strikes a perfect balance between freshness and depth.
Apply V for Women to pulse points for maximum longevity. The spicy top notes fade within two hours but leave behind a warm amber-musk base that lasts throughout the day. This fragrance is best suited for daytime wear, where its balance of freshness and depth can be appreciated without overpowering.
Fig. 01 — V for Women, Clive Christian
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Christian Provenzano
Modern sensualityChristian Provenzano is a perfumer at Firmenich known for his ability to create fragrances that are both contemporary and deeply sensual.
The V for Women line
2 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Clive Christian
More from the house · founded 1999 · United Kingdom
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The originalV for WomenClive Christian · Luxury · $250+Ralph Lauren · 1992Safari for MenShares 6 of its 21 notes$40–100★ 4.27 (2,155)47%Match
Yves Saint Laurent · 1993Jazz PrestigeShares 6 of its 24 notes$100–250★ 4.47 (197)45%Match
Lacoste Fragrances · 1994Eau de SportShares 6 of its 22 notes$40–100★ 4.35 (60)
With Clive Christian XXI Art Deco Cypress
Adds green and citrus; shares amber.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 36%, disliked or hated by 17%.