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First Eau de Parfum(1976)
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Van Cleef & Arpels First Eau de Parfum is a classic, elegant fragrance that embodies sophistication and refinement. It features a rich, floral bouquet with a warm, sensual base that has made it a timeless favorite among perfume connoisseurs. With its masterful blend of aldehydes, florals, and creamy woods, First Eau de Parfum is a quintessential example of 1970s French perfumery.
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This scent's aldehydes carry a famous origin myth — the "accidental overdose" story behind Chanel No. 5 — that historians say probably isn't true.
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First Eau de Parfum is a fragrance from Van Cleef & Arpels, released in 1976. It opens with Aldehydes, Bergamot, and Mandarin, moves into a heart of Jasmine, Rose, and Orchid, and settles into a base of Sandals, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean.
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