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Vivre by Molyneux (1971): Notes, Reviews & Rating | Noteboxd

Fragrances/Molyneux/Vivre

Vivre by Molyneux

Fragrance / 1971

Vivre

FEMININE

8.7/ 10294 ratings

FloralWoodyAldehydic

Green

Fresh

Released: 1971
Family: Not recorded
Perfumer: Max Gavarry

VivreMolyneux

Overview Notes Similar Reviews

Get to know the fragrance

Inside the scent.

The notes

Top notes

Coriander Green Leaves Aldehydes

Heart notes

Lily Of The Valley Iris Hiacynth

Base notes

Notes describe scent impressions. Unclassified notes stay separate from the pyramid.

The character

Floral

Woody

Aldehydic

Green

Fresh

Earthy

aromatic

white floral

Recorded accords. Strength is shown only where it is available.

How it wears+

Performance

How it wears

Longevity7.5 / 10

Sillage5.7 / 10

Value6.4 / 10

Community votes

Seasons

Spring

Summer

Autumn

Winter

Day100%

Night64%

Audience skew

Male0%
Female63%
Unisex37%

By scent profile

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Ratings & reviews

Community

8.7/10

Outstanding

294 ratings

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About Molyneux

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The people behind the scent

The perfumers

Max Gavarry

Born and raised in Grasse, Max Gavarry’s creations are shaped by his deep connection to the birthplace of perf

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Frequently asked

What does Vivre by Molyneux smell like?+

Vivre by Molyneux features a layered composition opening with Bergamot, Coriander, and Green Leaves at the top, Jasmine, Rose, and Orange Blossom at the heart, Sandalwood, Oakmoss, and Vetiver in the base. The overall character is floral, woody, aldehydic.

What are the notes in Vivre?+

Top notes: Bergamot, Coriander, Green Leaves, and Aldehydes. Heart notes: Jasmine, Rose, Orange Blossom, Ylang-Ylang, Lily Of The Valley, and Iris. Base notes: Sandalwood, Oakmoss, Vetiver, Leather, Tonka Bean, and Myrrh.

Is Vivre for men or women?+

Vivre by Molyneux is designed for women.

Who created Vivre?+

Vivre was created by Max Gavarry for Molyneux.

When was Vivre released?+

Vivre by Molyneux was launched in 1971.

What fragrances are similar to Vivre?+

Fragrances similar to Vivre include Vivre (1931) by Molyneux, Gauloise by Molyneux, Rive Gauche Fraîcheur by Yves Saint Laurent, Ferré By Ferré by Gianfranco Ferré, based on shared notes and scent profile.

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Vivre by Molyneux is a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women. Vivre was launched in 1971. The nose behind this fragrance is Max Gavarry. Top notes are Aldehydes, Coriander, Green Leaves and Bergamot; middle notes are Hiacynth, Jasmine, Iris, Lily-of-the-Valley, Orange Blossom, Rose and Ylang-Ylang; base notes are Oakmoss, Myrrh, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Leather and Tonka Bean.