How it smells
The first thing you smell is aldehydes and bergamot. The heart brings narcissus and hyacinth. On the skin it settles into civet and oakmoss. Overall it smells floral and green.
- Came out
- 1976
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- spring
First notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
Van Cleef & Arpels First EDP in detail
First EDP is made by Van Cleef & Arpels. Its strength is Eau de Parfum.
First: day or night?
This is more of a daytime scent that suits the office and everyday wear. Its green side keeps it clean and easy.
Its style
The strongest accord is floral (100%), followed by green and aldehydic. You will probably like it if you enjoy floral and green smells and notes like narcissus and civet. Less obvious notes include black currant, jasmine and honey. Perfume fans rate it 4.08 out of 5.
First through the year
It is at its best in spring. It is less suited to winter. From best to least suited, the seasons are spring, fall, summer and winter.
Price per bottle size
In Europe it costs about €132, depending on the bottle size and the shop. That puts it on the expensive side. It costs more than Houbigant Quelques Fleurs.
How far it spreads
Its sillage is strong. People around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough.
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Flankers and editions
There are 6 other versions of this perfume, released between 2004 and 2015.
Perfumes that smell like First
These perfumes have a close smell: Parfums Gres Cabotine Variety (15 shared notes), Houbigant Quelques Fleurs (16 shared notes), Krizia K de Krizia (18 shared notes) and Givenchy Amarige (13 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Givenchy Amarige starts from €84.
Perfume comparisons
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Questions people ask
Can men wear First?
It is made for women, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.
When did First come out?
It came out in 1976.
How long does it last?
About 6 to 9 hours on skin.
What is the difference between First EDP and First Rosee D'Or?
The other one is the Eau de Toilette and lasts about 6 to 9 hours.