Pretexte for women
Accords
Its dominant accord is woody at 90%, with amber and leather behind it. Lanvin has 11 fragrances in the library. 9 other fragrances here share its hawthorn.
Opens on aldehydes, narcissus & bergamot, turns through opoponax, rose & carnation, and settles into civet, leather & oakmoss.
Top notes · Heart notes · Base notes
At a glance
- Released
- 1937
- House origin
- France
- Typical price
- $49
- Worn by
- for women
About this fragrance
"Pretexte for Women" by Lanvin is an enchanting fragrance that unfolds with a vibrant bouquet of aldehydes, narcissus, and bergamot, creating an initial impression of freshness and floral elegance. As it develops, the heart reveals a captivating blend of opoponax, rose, and carnation, enveloped in a warm embrace of leather and earthy notes in the base. This scent embodies a sophisticated balance of woody and animalic accords, making it both alluring and complex. Often compared to the timeless elegance of Chanel No. 5 and the bold character of Tom Ford's Black Orchid, "Pretexte" epitomizes Lanvin's legacy of luxurious and distinctive fragrances.
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