Monsieur Carven (Eau de Toilette)
Perfumer: Raymond Chaillan
30 ratings
From your scent profile
Carven Monsieur Carven Eau de Toilette opens on neroli, tarragon and bergamot, then deepens into patchouli, vetiver and labdanum: a citrusy, chypre-leaning men's scent that has been discontinued.
Skunky's take: On the shelves for many years; there must be a reason.
How does it perform?
From 29 community ratings, all out of 10.
Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.
Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.
Looks good without trying too hard.
Blind buy risk
97% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.
Notes
They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.
Heart notesfirst few hours
Accords
From most dominant to most subtle.
- Citrus
- Floral
- Spicy
- Woody
- Powdery
- Resinous
- Earthy
- Leathery
What does Monsieur Carven (Eau de Toilette) smell like?
The opening is bright and aldehydic, with neroli, tarragon, bergamot and lemon. In the heart, carnation, patchouli and vetiver lead, with jasmine and rose adding florals and cinnamon the spice. The base of labdanum, oakmoss and leather settles into a leathery, earthy, resinous ground, and the whole reads powdery and woody.
Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, winter and spring, and it is chosen most often for evenings and daily wear. It reads masculine. Arrogance Arrogance pour Homme and Ralph Lauren Safari for Men have a close profile.
How it changes through the day
First minutes
- Neroli
- Tarragon
- Bergamot
First hours
- Carnation
- Patchouli
- Vetiver
Towards evening
- Labdanum
- Vanilla
- Coconut
When to wear it?
Seasons and occasions, by user votes.
- 33%Autumn
- 26%Winter
- 26%Spring
- 14%Summer
- Evening26%
- Daytime23%
- Casual19%
- Nighttime19%
- Office13%
Least picked for the office.
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Last updated: October 26, 2026


























