Néroli Amara by Van Cleef & Arpels
Men Women 2018
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Description
Néroli Amara by Van Cleef & Arpels is a green floral fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2018, this composition was created by perfumer Quentin Bisch. Upon release, the fragrance unfolds with bergamot, mandarin, Italian lemon and pink pepper; the heart reveals orange blossom, cypress, pear and black pepper; while the base settles on neroli and white musk.
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Key notes
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Top
bergamot
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Heart
orange blossom
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Base
neroli
Community
2,174 votes
- Positive 86%
- Negative 5.0%
- Neutral 8.9%
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Leading answer I want it
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About Néroli Amara
Néroli Amara by Van Cleef & Arpels is a green floral fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2018, this composition was created by perfumer Quentin Bisch. Upon release, the fragrance unfolds with bergamot, mandarin, Italian lemon and pink pepper; the heart reveals orange blossom, cypress, pear and black pepper; while the base settles on neroli and white musk.
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
1,004 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
1,109 votes
Character
Leading answer Balanced
944 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
757 votes
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A completely successful blind buy. There were few citrus scents I liked, but due to my pregnancy, it was the only thing I could bear. I really liked the neroli, so after reading about it, I jumped in to buy it… what a good call! I’ve been wearing it for months, and although my rhinitis leaves my sense of smell shot, I dare to say it is a masterpiece. The initial citrus explosion is energising and luminous, and its dry-down with florals and a touch of sweetness fascinates me. It is elegant and versatile, for daily use or something more formal. It has no grand pretensions and some might call it ‘simple’, but it is very well constructed and blended, with nothing out of place. Very happy with Neroli Amara.
A blind buy that was completely spot on. I adore citrus perfumes, but during my pregnancy, I could only tolerate this type of fragrance. Besides, I was already getting tired of neroli, so after reading a bit about it, I picked it up without a second thought… what a good decision! I’ve been wearing it for months, and despite my rhinitis leaving my sense of smell quite blocked, I dare to say it is a masterpiece. The citrus opening is super energetic and luminous, and as it dries down, with its floral notes and a touch of sweetness, I am fascinated. It feels elegant and versatile, suitable for both everyday wear and something more formal. It is not a perfume with grand pretensions, and some might see it as ‘simple’, but I believe it is very well constructed and everything fits perfectly. Very happy with Neroli Amara.
An interesting first impression: it starts with that sparkling neroli that everyone knows, but after a while, you notice it has depth. It lasted a very long time, over 10 hours, and as always, to last that long, other aromas need to take over. Gradually, it becomes floral, with a sweet touch and a musky creaminess… the good thing is that although the neroli blends more over time, it remains present throughout the development. Reviews say it is very similar to Felur Narcotique, which has peony and smells of fresh, sweet rose, which matches what I feel. The only thing I need to re-test is that although it didn’t happen to me outdoors, indoors I did notice a slight tinge of fatigue… although I also tested Kalan and it could be contamination, but the fatigue makes sense because, as I said, it performed incredibly well.
As a citrus, it is simply incredible; the ingredient balance makes the citrus notes the kings. It has me hooked: of all the ones I own, this has something special and addictive.
As a citrus fragrance, it is simply incredible; the balance of ingredients is perfect for the citrus notes to take centre stage. I am hooked; of all the ones I own, this has something special and addictive.