Basilico & Fellini by Vilhelm Parfumerie
Brand: Vilhelm Parfumerie
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Basilico & Fellini captures the bright, cinematic spirit of an Italian summer garden, pairing aromatic basil and citrus with translucent green florals. Its vetiver, cedarwood, and musk drydown keeps the fragrance polished, airy, and effortlessly versatile.
Is Basilico & Fellini worth it?
How it smells: Opens with basil, bergamot and neroli, violet leaf and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to vetiver and cedarwood.
Scent Score: 71/100 (Good). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 63, versatility 87, layerability 86 and value 48, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2017 · Unisex
Key accords: Basil, Bergamot, Neroli, Violet Leaf, Jasmine, Freesia
Top Notes
- Basil
- Bergamot
- Neroli
Heart Notes
- Violet Leaf
- Jasmine
- Freesia
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Casual, Outdoor, Date
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Basilico & Fellini by Vilhelm Parfumerie belongs to the fresh fragrance family. A crisp, verdant composition where luminous citrus and basil unfold into airy florals before settling over a clean, woody musk base. Basilico & Fellini opens with Basil, Bergamot, and Neroli. The heart brings Violet Leaf, Jasmine, and Freesia. It dries down to Vetiver, Cedarwood, and Musk.
How to wear Basilico & Fellini
On skin, Basilico & Fellini by Vilhelm Parfumerie has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for office, casual, outdoor, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford. Apply Basilico & Fellini first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Basilico & Fellini : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Basilico & Fellini opens with Basil, Bergamot, and Neroli.
The heart brings Violet Leaf, Jasmine, and Freesia.
It dries down to Vetiver, Cedarwood, and Musk.
What to layer with Basilico & Fellini
Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, neroli, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Basilico & Fellini first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Basilico & Fellini : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and freesia.
Order: Apply Basilico & Fellini first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Basilico & Fellini : 1 spray Flowerbomb
Rose 31 by Le Labo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and musk.
Order: Apply Basilico & Fellini first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Basilico & Fellini : 2 sprays Rose 31
212 Men by Carolina Herrera
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and musk.
Order: Apply Basilico & Fellini first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer 212 Men on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Basilico & Fellini : 2 sprays 212 Men
Carnal Flower by Frédéric Malle
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Fresh and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and jasmine.
Order: Apply Basilico & Fellini first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Carnal Flower on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Basilico & Fellini : 2 sprays Carnal Flower
Pairings to approach with care
The Night by Frédéric Malle
Not Recommended · 30/99
The Night has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. The Night brings an oriental contrast to this fresh scent.
Order: Apply Basilico & Fellini first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer The Night on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Basilico & Fellini : 1 spray The Night
Pegasus Exclusif by Parfums de Marly
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Pegasus Exclusif has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Pegasus Exclusif brings an oriental contrast to this fresh scent.
Order: Apply Basilico & Fellini first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Pegasus Exclusif on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Basilico & Fellini : 1 spray Pegasus Exclusif
Related fragrances and why
- Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford — Both include bergamot, neroli, and jasmine.
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot, jasmine, and freesia.
- Rose 31 by Le LaboBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include vetiver and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Basilico & Fellini?
Basilico & Fellini opens with Basil, Bergamot, and Neroli. The heart brings Violet Leaf, Jasmine, and Freesia. It dries down to Vetiver, Cedarwood, and Musk.
How long does Basilico & Fellini last, and how strong is it?
Basilico & Fellini by Vilhelm Parfumerie has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Basilico & Fellini?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, casual, outdoor, and date.
What layers well with Basilico & Fellini?
Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Fresh and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, neroli, and jasmine. Apply Basilico & Fellini first as your base layer. Its fresh character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift. Start with 2 sprays Basilico & Fellini : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino.
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