- Van Cleef & Arpels perfumes and colognes:
Country:France
Main activity:Jewelry
Brand website:link
Parent company:Inter Parfums
Van Cleef & Arpels is a renowned French luxury house specializing in jewelry, watches, and perfumes. Founded in 1896 by Charles Arpels and his brother-in-law Alfred Van Cleef, the brand established its first boutique in the prestigious Place Vendôme in 1906. It gained international acclaim for its exquisite use of precious stones and groundbreaking expertise in gem-setting techniques.
Between 1909 and 1939, the Van Cleef & Arpels empire expanded with multiple boutiques worldwide. In 1942, the Arpels family emigrated to the United States, opening their first American boutique in New York. The brand later expanded into Asia and remained under family ownership until 1999, when it was acquired by Compagnie Financière Richemont S.A.
The house’s iconic jewelry has adorned royalty, political figures, socialites, and countless actresses and entertainers. Its foray into perfumery began in 1978 withFirst for Women, a classic floral aldehyde scent that remains a timeless favorite, inspiring numerous flankers over the years. Notable fragrances include the men’s classicTsar(1989),Feerie(2008), and the luxuryCollection Extraordinaire, launched in 2009 with its inaugural scent.
In our fragrance base, Van Cleef & Arpels features 76 perfumes, ranging from the earliest edition created in 1976 to the latest release in 2025. These scents were crafted in collaboration with renowned perfumers, including Richard Herpin, Jean-Claude Ellena, Roger Pellegrino, Sonia Constant, Domitille Michalon Bertier, Olivier Polge, and many others, spanning a diverse roster of industry talents.
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