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Van Cleef & Arpels · Sold as feminine
Gem Eau de Toilette
The quiet confidence of a woman stepping into her office, where the mingled scent of ripe fruits and powdery woods creates an air of enduring charm.
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Gem Eau de ToilettePremium · $100–250
54%Similar accords, often for lessKenzo · KenzoMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 23 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1987, Gem Eau de Toilette by Van Cleef & Arpels was the creation of perfumer Roger Pellegrino and quickly became a signature scent for the brand. The composition blends fruity top notes like plum and peach with aromatic spices such as cardamom and coriander. As it evolves on the skin, the fragrance reveals a rich heart of white florals, including jasmine, tuberose, and ylang-ylang, grounded by earthy base notes of oakmoss, patchouli, and vanilla. The result is a warm, spicy, and powdery scent that captures the essence of Van Cleef & Arpels' sophisticated elegance.
Apply two sprays to your pulse points for a balanced wear throughout the day. The fruity top notes are fleeting but make way for the rich floral heart that blooms over time, ensuring the fragrance remains present without overpowering.
Fig. 01 — Gem Eau de Toilette, Van Cleef & Arpels
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Roger Pellégrino
The blackcurrant that finished Anaïs AnaïsRoger Pellegrino was a defining perfumer of the 1980s and '90s, collaborating with Cacharel, Giorgio Armani, Rochas, Ted Lapidus, and Van Cleef & Arpels on fragrances including Armani Eau pour Homme and Nocturne de Caron.
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A community favourite: loved by 50%, disliked or hated by 8%.