Valentina by Valentino

Brand: Valentino

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

Valentina is a polished, feminine floral with a distinctive earthy truffle opening that gives way to lush white flowers and a subtly fruity sweetness. Its creamy vanilla, amber, and cedar drydown adds warmth and elegance without becoming overly heavy, making it especially appealing for romantic and dressier settings.

Is Valentina worth it?

How it smells: Opens with bergamot and truffle, jasmine and orange blossom at the heart, then dries down to amber and cedar.

Scent Score: 71/100 (Good). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 63, versatility 87, layerability 73 and value 63, each out of 100.

Buyers say it gets compliments, is worth the price and becomes their signature scent. Buyers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 24 FragranceNet reviews.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2011 · Women

Key accords: Bergamot, Truffle, Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Tuberose, Strawberry

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Occasions: Evening, Casual, Date, Special Occasion

Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter

Fragrance overview

Valentina by Valentino belongs to the floral fragrance family. A luminous yet sensual white-floral fragrance blending sparkling bergamot and ripe strawberry with creamy tuberose, orange blossom, and a warm vanilla-amber base. Valentina opens with Bergamot and Truffle. The heart brings Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Tuberose, and Strawberry. It dries down to Amber, Cedar, and Vanilla.

How to wear Valentina

On skin, Valentina by Valentino has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for evening, casual, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford. Apply Valentina first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Valentina : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Valentina opens with Bergamot and Truffle.

The heart brings Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Tuberose, and Strawberry.

It dries down to Amber, Cedar, and Vanilla.

What to layer with Valentina

  • Tom Ford Neroli Portofino bottle

    Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and amber.

    Order: Apply Valentina first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Valentina : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino

  • Calvin Klein CK One bottle

    CK One by Calvin Klein

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and amber.

    Order: Apply Valentina first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Valentina : 2 sprays CK One

  • Dior Fahrenheit bottle

    Fahrenheit by Dior

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and amber.

    Order: Apply Valentina first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Valentina : 2 sprays Fahrenheit

  • Born To Stand Out Drunk Lovers bottle

    Drunk Lovers by Born To Stand Out

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, amber, and vanilla.

    Order: Apply Valentina first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Drunk Lovers on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Valentina : 2 sprays Drunk Lovers

  • Born To Stand Out Naked Neroli bottle

    Naked Neroli by Born To Stand Out

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and orange blossom.

    Order: Apply Valentina first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Naked Neroli on top for citrus lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Valentina : 2 sprays Naked Neroli

Pairings to approach with care

  • Amouage Gold Woman bottle

    Gold Woman by Amouage

    Not Recommended · 36/99

    Gold Woman has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Gold Woman brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent, and they share jasmine and cedar.

    Order: Apply Valentina first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gold Woman on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Valentina : 1 spray Gold Woman

  • Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum bottle

    Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian

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    Not Recommended · 36/99

    Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent, and they share amber and vanilla.

    Order: Apply Valentina first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Valentina : 1 spray Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Valentina?

Valentina opens with Bergamot and Truffle. The heart brings Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Tuberose, and Strawberry. It dries down to Amber, Cedar, and Vanilla.

How long does Valentina last, and how strong is it?

Valentina by Valentino has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Valentina?

It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits evening, casual, date, and special occasion.

What layers well with Valentina?

Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and amber. Apply Valentina first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Valentina : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino.

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