The bottle says Van Cleef & Arpels, but it doesn't smell quite the same as the cologne that I have been wearing for several years. This is supposed to be classified as a white floral, yet when I spray it, I smell something else - almost like alcohol.

First perfume gift set. For 26 years this is my fragrance of choice. A great blend of florals and sort of musk. The fragrance lingers. Finally the lotion is available again after 10 years. I'm going to order 3 more sets be for October 2016.

Let us examine two version of aldehydes VC&A First & Chanel no 5 VC&A First has a harsh Aldehyaic opening synthitic and volumed then chanel with it's more discreet and diluted silage In a few minutes V.C turns to a soft floral scent with accords of black current raspberry that leaves a sparkling...

I have used this fragrance on and off as I do like others too. I use it in fall and winter more since it is heavier than the citrus types I use in summer. It is also more matrure as I find as it is a bit heavy. It has been around for a long time.

My husband bought some men's cologne in Selfridges a while back and picked up some perfume samples for me, one of which was First by Van Cleef & Arpels, I had never heard of this scent before (neither had hubby) but really liked the smell of this on me from the sample (as did hubby) so I went online...

fast becoming a favourite of mine

not always easily available in stores

The service and price of my favorite perfume can't be beat. As soon as I see I start to run low, I immediately reorder, the prices are the best I have found.

Draws Compliments; Great Smell; Great Value; Long-Lasting; Not Overpowering

I smelled this perfume for the first time about two months ago when I was at a birthday party. My neighbor was wearing it and when I smelled it, it reminded me of a perfume that I wore when I was in high school. This perfume smells so good!