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Carven

Monsieur Carven (Eau de Toilette)

Perfumer: Raymond Chaillan

1978MenClassic
8.7/ 10
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30 ratings
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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.

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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.

Longevity
7.4 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage
6.9 /10

Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.

Bottle
6.8 /10

Looks good without trying too hard.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

97% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

Base noteswhat stays into the evening

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Citrus
  2. Floral
  3. Spicy
  4. Woody
  5. Powdery
  6. Resinous
  7. Earthy
  8. 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

  1. First minutes

    • Neroli
    • Tarragon
    • Bergamot
  2. First hours

    • Carnation
    • Patchouli
    • Vetiver
  3. Towards evening

    • Labdanum
    • Vanilla
    • Coconut

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 33%
    Autumn
  • 26%
    Winter
  • 26%
    Spring
  • 14%
    Summer
  • Evening
    26%
  • Daytime
    23%
  • Casual
    19%
  • Nighttime
    19%
  • Office
    13%

Least picked for the office.

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Last updated: October 26, 2026