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Eau de toilette

Van Gils Initiativ

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Fragrance information:

Initiativ joined the Van Gils portfolio in 1995. By character, a feminine fragrance drawing from the fruit and floral families. An eau de toilette — light-footed, but utterly unforgettable.

Brand country — the Netherlands, with its deep-rooted relationship with the fragrance industry. Initiativ Van Gils — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Girls and women
Very high fragrance longevity

The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes

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Sillage
Extremely noticeable

The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.

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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

The olfactory structure of Initiativ is shaped as a cohesive olfactory arc, where layers reveal themselves smoothly and sequentially. The signature of Van Gils is recognizable in details that define the fragrance identity. No excess details, only what works, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Eau de toilette sets a balanced rhythm of unfolding.

The profile is feminine, which makes the scent profile easier to read.

Right at the start you detect juicy fruity top notes: Apple and Mandarin. These 2 notes set thrilling fruity juiciness that anchors the first impression immediately.

In the central layer you notice Green Chord, Peony and Rose keeping a harmonious floral direction. At the foundation the line is anchored through musk, extending a enveloping musky trail.

At olfactory-group level the composition is built around Fruit, Citrus, Green and Floral. The palette also extends to Musk and Whiteflower. From a family perspective the composition sits in Floral and Fruit.

Overall Initiativ reads as a cohesive composition — the opening sets direction, the middle layer carries the identity, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the scent structures best judged in wear.

Gender Female
Brand Van Gils
Segment Premium perfumery
Country Netherlands
Website http://www.vangilsparfums.com
Year of production 1995
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de toilette
License holder Royal Sanders

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Apple
Apple
Note photo Mandarin
Mandarin
Note photo Green Chord
Green Chord
Note photo Peony
Peony
Note photo Rose
Rose
Note photo musk
musk

Top notes

Apple Mandarin

Heart notes

Green Chord Peony Rose

Base notes

musk

Families

Family Floral Floral
Family Fruit Fruit

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