TangerineOpens with
Lily-of-the-ValleyHeart
White MuskDries down to
Jacques Cavallier-BelletrudThe nose · 228 fragrances · also made Opium Pour Homme Eau de Parfum (1995)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Louis Vuitton · Sold as feminine
Apogée
The crisp morning air in a sunlit garden, where every breath feels like an invitation to the day ahead.
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ApogéeLuxury · $250+
57%Similar accords, often for lessAzeezah · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Jacques Cavallier Belletrud launched Apogée by Louis Vuitton in 2016 as a fresh floral composition that captures the essence of a vibrant yet refined femininity. The fragrance opens with bright citrus notes of tangerine and orange, providing an immediate burst of energy and freshness. This transitions into a heart of lily-of-the-valley, jasmine, magnolia, and rose, creating a lush and delicate bouquet that is both inviting and sophisticated. Finally, the musky base notes of white musk, guaiac wood, and sandalwood anchor the composition with warmth and depth.
For best results, apply Apogée during the daytime when the citrus and floral notes can shine. The fragrance blooms gradually over time, so one or two sprays on pulse points will suffice. The fresh top notes fade within a couple of hours but give way to a lingering warmth from the base notes.
Fig. 01 — Apogée, Louis Vuitton
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Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud
Louis Vuitton's master perfumerJacques Cavallier Belletrud is the master perfumer at Louis Vuitton and one of the most accomplished noses in the industry.
“It was like a game, but it helped me, step by step, learn the language of perfume.”
Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud · Thames & Hudson / Sharp Magazine profiles
Designer Louis Vuitton
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What people
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 38%, disliked or hated by 12%.