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Home Fragrances Van Cleef & Arpels Miss Arpels
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Eau de toilette

Van Cleef & Arpels Miss Arpels

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Identity and History of Miss Arpels

Imagine a fragrance that embodies Parisian elegance of the 1990s — this is exactly Miss Arpels from the legendary house Van Cleef & Arpels.

Released in 1994, this perfume has become a symbol of sophistication for women seeking a balance between fruity freshness and floral tenderness, reflecting the brand's DNA, where jewelry art meets perfumery.

Created as an eau de toilette, Miss Arpels offers a light and refreshing tone, perfect for everyday wear.

Its subtle trail leaves a delicate trace that doesn't overwhelm those around, making the fragrance delicate and complimentary.

Character and Positioning of the Fragrance

Miss Arpels is positioned as a women's fragrance that is perfect for spring and summer days when one wants to feel fresh and light.

Belonging to the floral and fruity families, it combines playful fruity chords with elegant floral notes, creating an image of a young and confident woman.

Thanks to its EDT concentration, the fragrance unfolds gradually, starting with a bright opening and transitioning to a soft heart, making it versatile for the office, dates, or walks.

The absence of an aggressive trail allows one to enjoy it throughout the day without causing discomfort, and it performs excellently in warm weather.

Authorship and Influence

Behind the creation of this masterpiece is the famous perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena, known for his minimalist and elegant approach to compositions.

His work on Miss Arpels reflects the DNA of the brand Van Cleef & Arpels, where every detail, as in jewelry art, is carefully thought out and executed with impeccable taste.

The release of Miss Arpels in 1994 strengthened the house's reputation as a creator of exquisite women's fragrances, combining traditions with modern trends.

This perfume remains in demand among connoisseurs who seek classic with a hint of nostalgia, and it continues to influence the perception of the brand as a symbol of Parisian elegance.

Similar Fragrances for Exploration

If you liked Miss Arpels, you might also be interested in other fragrances with a similar character.

For example, Betty Barclay Tender Blossom offers delicate floral accents, Princesse Marina De Bourbon Tendre Reverence combines fruity and floral notes, and Zara Amazonia Tree adds green chords for freshness.

By exploring these options, you can expand your perfume collection and find new favorite fragrances that complement your style and open new facets in the world of perfumery.

Summary and Recommendations

Miss Arpels from Van Cleef & Arpels is a fragrance worth discovering or rediscovering, especially if you appreciate the elegance of the 1990s and the subtle combination of fruits and flowers.

Its light trail and versatility make it an excellent choice for various occasions, and the authorship of Jean-Claude Ellena guarantees the highest quality composition.

For more information, visit the official resource to learn more about new fragrances and brand history.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Girls and women
Middle fragrance longevity

The fragrance has medium longevity and lasts on the skin for about 5-6 hours, gradually revealing its notes and leaving a pleasant impression

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Sillage
Weak

A subtle trail—just a hint of fragrance

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Style
Everyday

The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences

Everyday
Concentration
Eau de toilette

A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne

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Fragrance seasonality
Spring - Summer

Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days

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Perfume information

Description of the composition

Composition of Miss Arpels

The note pyramid of Miss Arpels begins with a refreshing start, where basil, lemon, melon, peach and green chord create a playful and juicy openness, instantly lifting the mood.

In the heart of the fragrance, elegant floral notes unfold: freesia, magnolia, peony, jasmine and lily, which add tenderness, depth and femininity, smoothly flowing from the initial chord.

The base of the composition is anchored by warm and cozy chords: oakmoss, sandalwood, vanilla and musk, ensuring longevity and a soft finish that gently envelops the skin.

This balance between fruity freshness, floral richness, and woody-musky foundation makes Miss Arpels a harmonious and memorable fragrance that gradually unfolds on the skin, offering different perceptions throughout the day—from an invigorating morning to a peaceful evening.

Perfumers

Gender Female
Brand Van Cleef & Arpels
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country France
Website https://www.vancleefarpels.com
Year of production 1994
Status Discontinued
Concentration Eau de toilette
License holder Inter Parfums

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Basil
Basil
Note photo Green Chord
Green Chord
Note photo Lemon
Lemon
Note photo Freesia
Freesia
Note photo Jasmine
Jasmine
Note photo Lily
Lily
Note photo Oak moss
Oak moss
Note photo Sandalwood
Sandalwood
Note photo Vanilla
Vanilla

Top notes

Basil Green Chord Lemon Melon Peach

Heart notes

Freesia Jasmine Lily Magnolia Peony

Base notes

Oak moss Sandalwood Vanilla musk

Families

Family Floral Floral
Family Fruit Fruit

Fragrance characteristics

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Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
11%
Unisex
22%
Female
67%
What kind of event
Date
10%
Wedding
0%
Sport
10%
Sleep
0%
For party
10%
For every day
30%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
10%
Theatre
0%
Office
30%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
0%
Spring
Spring
50%
Summer
Summer
0%
Autumn
Autumn
50%
For what style / mood
Casual
40%
Gala
0%
Classic
20%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
20%
Sporty
20%
For what age
under 18
0%
18-25 years old
0%
26-35 years old
0%
36-45 years
50%
46+ years old
50%
Any
0%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
20%
Enter the cloud
20%
1-2 atomisations
40%
2-3 atomisations
20%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
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On the chest
14%
On the wrist
14%
On the knees
14%
On the back of the neck
14%
Behind the ears
14%
On the elbow
14%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
14%
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On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
20%
Enter the cloud
20%
1-2 atomisations
40%
2-3 atomisations
20%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
50%
Exoticism
0%
Luxury
0%
Euphoria
17%
Passion
0%
Joy
17%
Calm
17%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
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Effect
Pleasant and unobtrusive
3
Intensity
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Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
Bottle
Average quality
3
Spray
Spray
Average quality
3
Packaging quality
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Packaging quality
Average quality
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Greenery, melon, and a touch of flowers. The scent is quite sweet and simple, as it's fashionable to say now, 'compote-like'. This is a typical 90s fragrance, amusing and monotonous )
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Jean-Claude Ellena... how could he miss the mark so badly. I bought it, swayed by the name and by First, without even testing it. I have Miss Arpels, and I appreciate complex fragrances. So many times I've bought based on description, and all of them became favorites. With this fragrance, everything seemed clear: white floral with a grassy note and a melon rind. But what was left on the scarf 10 days after vacation simply shocked me. The smell of rotten organic matter, stagnant in water. It was so disgusting that I even cried... How is this possible?! Washing helped only on the second try! Usually, I don't write bad reviews about perfumes I don't like, I just ignore them. But this should be a masterpiece, you can feel the hand of the master. The only way out is not to spray a drop on clothes, because the longevity is just awful. Only on the skin, and wait for spring and coolness 🌧️
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The scent is just incredibly sweet! Downright cloying, to be honest. But, to be fair, back then it was super fashionable. It's inspiring, and it totally lifts your spirits!!
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How strange and naive, this fragrance in such an extravagant bottle. It's fresh, with notes of greenery and melon. So simple it's banal 😲
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So sweet! I can practically feel the melon with sugar filling the air, but this spice seems unnecessary. There's something a bit bitter, like pollen. Honestly, the scent didn't work for me
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I ordered this fragrance, even though I'm not really into perfumes myself. Honestly, I have no idea what possessed me, I hadn't even smelled it before. Opened the bottle, dabbed it on my wrist, and immediately almost burst into tears - it just didn't suit me at all. It was a total letdown. Half a year later I tried it again, and still didn't like it. But here's the weird thing - I can't get it out of my head! It's all I can think about right now ))
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The smell reminds me of some kind of floral dump, and that's not pleasing at all. Flower shops have their own special aroma, but here it's somehow too intrusive and sharp. The notes blend into one mass, and no harmony is felt. This bitterness that appears only worsens the impression, creating a feeling of heaviness and discomfort 😒
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This perfume surprises with its sophistication and lightness. It reminds me of something fleeting, like a memory of something long past. Sometimes it feels like the freshness of a misty morning forest, and at other times - it's like a delicate bouquet you hold in your hands. It brings to mind a basket of fruits gathered on a sunny day, but they're not so easy to get anymore. The master who created this fragrance truly knows their craft. Its mystery leaves a mark on my soul, and this feeling will never leave me...
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This fragrance, already two decades old, is quite a significant age for perfumery. It holds a special place in my collection, and I simply adore it - it's a real gem. It contains all my favorite flowers and fruits, and it's always with me. But, honestly, not everyone can appreciate its complexity and versatility. It's not just a scent, it's a whole story, and not everyone understands it 😔
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The first impression was just awful, this scent just dug into me and started to suffocate me, it was impossible to get rid of it, and it drove me absolutely mad. I tried to push it far away, to never remember it again. Just forget it - and that's it. But then I recently stumbled upon it again... Damn, curiosity killed the cat. Now I've caught this stunning aroma of meadow herbs on a hot day, gathered and dried in the sun. Although it's still not my scent, but... Maybe it's worth a try
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This scent truly brightens my day, like a fresh breeze on a sunny day - it's vibrant, but with a subtle tartness that makes it unique. It's lovely to pick up on those flower shop notes, they really create such a cozy and warm atmosphere. So natural and lively! 🌸
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