Moonlight Patchouli by Van Cleef & Arpels
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A powdery moonlit patchouli: bergamot and pink pepper over rose and iris, on patchouli and a warm suede accord.
Is Moonlight Patchouli worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot and pink pepper, rose and iris at the heart, then dries down to patchouli and suede.
Scent Score: 70/100 (Good). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 65, versatility 73, layerability 79 and value 65, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Unisex
Key accords: Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Rose, Iris, Patchouli, Suede
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Pink Pepper
Heart Notes
- Rose
- Iris
Base Notes
- Patchouli
- Suede
Occasions: Evening, Date, Office
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Moonlight Patchouli by Van Cleef & Arpels belongs to the woody fragrance family. A powdery moonlit patchouli: bergamot and pink pepper over rose and iris, on patchouli and a warm suede accord. Moonlight Patchouli opens with Bergamot and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Rose and Iris. It dries down to Patchouli and Suede.
How to wear Moonlight Patchouli
On skin, Moonlight Patchouli by Van Cleef & Arpels has very Good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Miss Dior by Dior. Apply Moonlight Patchouli first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Moonlight Patchouli : 2 sprays Miss Dior and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Moonlight Patchouli opens with Bergamot and Pink Pepper.
The heart brings Rose and Iris.
It dries down to Patchouli and Suede.
What to layer with Moonlight Patchouli
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and iris.
Order: Apply Moonlight Patchouli first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Moonlight Patchouli : 2 sprays Miss Dior
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Moonlight Patchouli first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Moonlight Patchouli : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Chance by Chanel
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, iris, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Moonlight Patchouli first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chance on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Moonlight Patchouli : 2 sprays Chance
Mon Guerlain by Guerlain
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and iris.
Order: Apply Moonlight Patchouli first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mon Guerlain on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Moonlight Patchouli : 2 sprays Mon Guerlain
Chinatown by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and patchouli.
Order: Apply Moonlight Patchouli first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chinatown on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Moonlight Patchouli : 2 sprays Chinatown
Pairings to approach with care
Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 36/99
Tobacco Vanille has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco Vanille brings a tobacco contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Moonlight Patchouli first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco Vanille on top for tobacco lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Moonlight Patchouli : 1 spray Tobacco Vanille
A*Men Eau de Toilette by Mugler
Not Recommended · 38/99
A*Men Eau de Toilette has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. A*Men Eau de Toilette brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent, and they share patchouli.
Order: Apply Moonlight Patchouli first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer A*Men Eau de Toilette on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Moonlight Patchouli : 1 spray A*Men Eau de Toilette
Related fragrances and why
- Miss Dior by Dior — Both include rose and iris.
- Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot, rose, and patchouli.
- Chance by Chanel — Both include pink pepper, iris, and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Moonlight Patchouli?
Moonlight Patchouli opens with Bergamot and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Rose and Iris. It dries down to Patchouli and Suede.
How long does Moonlight Patchouli last, and how strong is it?
Moonlight Patchouli by Van Cleef & Arpels has very Good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Moonlight Patchouli?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and office.
What layers well with Moonlight Patchouli?
Miss Dior by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and iris. Apply Moonlight Patchouli first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Moonlight Patchouli : 2 sprays Miss Dior.
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