AldehydesOpens with
PatchouliHeart
White MuskDries down to
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Patchouli Blanc
The crisp clarity of an autumn afternoon, where the scent of patchouli meets the warmth of wood and musk as you step into a cozy study.
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46%Similar accords, often for lessMa Dame Eau de Parfum · Jean Paul GaultierMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares pink pepper, patchouli and rose8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2022 by Van Cleef & Arpels, Patchouli Blanc is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance crafted by perfumer Jérôme Epinette. The composition opens with aldehydes and pink pepper, creating an initial burst of freshness that contrasts sharply with the rich patchouli heart. This contrast gives way to a warm base of white musk and cashmere wood, providing a grounding comfort. Patchouli Blanc is neither overly sweet nor heavy, striking a delicate balance between modernity and lastingness.
Apply one to two sprays on pulse points; the aldehydic top notes are bright but fleeting. The warm base notes will unfold gradually over time, making it ideal for daytime wear when you want a scent that evolves with your activities.
Fig. 01 — Patchouli Blanc, Van Cleef & Arpels
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Jérôme Epinette
The hand behind ByredoJérôme Epinette is a French perfumer born and raised in Burgundy who earned a Master's degree in Biochemistry before training at the Grasse Institute of Perfumery.
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