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Home Fragrances Van Gils Van Gils I Dare
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Eau de toilette

Van Gils Van Gils I Dare

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Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:

Van Gils launched Van Gils I Dare in 2020 — and it was a brilliant move. By character, a masculine fragrance drawing from the fern and wood families. Released in eau de toilette.

Behind this fragrance stands the Netherlands and its rich perfumery heritage. Van Gils I Dare unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Men and boys
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 scent of Van Gils I Dare is built as a living composition, where notes flow without rush and without gaps. The signature of Van Gils is recognizable in the way notes appear and fade. Nothing here feels random, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de toilette sets the depth and body this composition needs.

At the opening of the pyramid you detect radiant lemon-bergamot first notes: Bergamot and Yuzu. Exactly these 2 notes set a burst of citrus freshness that gives the fragrance a clear opening statement.

When the opening settles you notice Geranium, Lavender and Sage carrying a harmonious floral direction. In what remains on skin the composition is fixed through Ambergris, Patchouli, Sandalwood and Vetiver, shaping a deep woody trail.

The profile is masculine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.

At olfactory-group level the structure relies on Citrus, Floral, Green and Aromatic. The framework further includes Ambery and Wood. At family level the fragrance belongs to Fern and Wood.

In summary Van Gils I Dare holds a coherent structure — the start forms character, the middle layer carries the identity, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the fragrances best experienced through real development.

Gender Male
Brand Van Gils
Segment Premium perfumery
Country Netherlands
Website http://www.vangilsparfums.com
Year of production 2020
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de toilette
License holder Royal Sanders

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Bergamot
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Note photo Yuzu
Yuzu
Note photo Geranium
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Note photo Lavender
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Note photo Sage
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Note photo Ambergris
Ambergris
Note photo Patchouli
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Top notes

Bergamot Yuzu

Heart notes

Geranium Lavender Sage

Base notes

Ambergris Patchouli Sandalwood Vetiver

Families

Family Fern Fern
Family Wood Wood

Fragrance characteristics

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Persistence
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Persistence
Very high (more than 12 hours)
5
Sillage
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Sillage
Very conspicuous
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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
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On the skin
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Alas, this is definitely not for me. The scent is too cologne-like, cold, and harsh. It has a combination of citrus, geranium, and spices, but it all feels somehow too soapy and intrusive. Not impressive
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