Parfum de Vie by Guinot bottle
Guinot

Parfum de Vie

4.5/5 · 4 votes Unisex 2012
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.0/5
Sillage2.5/5
Day100
Night50
Summer100
Fall100
Winter100
Spring50
Our take

Parfum de Vie opens with bright lemon and bergamot that feel clean and immediate. The citrus is sharp without biting, giving the scent a clear start that feels awake and composed. It moves quickly into a floral heart where jasmine and violet take the lead, with rose adding a soft roundness behind them. The flowers are present but not heavy, sitting close to the skin in a way that feels natural.

The base brings guaiac wood and sandalwood together with amber and musk. The woods give the blend a dry, steady foundation while the amber adds a gentle warmth. Musk smooths the edges so the transition from citrus to wood feels seamless. The powdery accord sits lightly across the whole composition rather than dominating any one stage.

The overall character is woody, citrus, and powdery in equal measure. It reads as a polished daytime scent that fits a bright room and a clear schedule. The floral elements keep it approachable while the woods prevent it from feeling too soft. It stays balanced between fresh and grounded from the first spray to the end.

People who want a neat, daytime floral wood with a clean citrus opening will find it easy to wear. It fits a morning meeting, a walk outside, or any moment that calls for something composed and light.

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