WS-GV-1982

Vanderbilt

1982Men

white floral up front, then warm spicy, settling into sweet.

Vanderbilt by Gloria Vanderbilt is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Vanderbilt was launched in 1982. The nose behind this fragrance is Sophia Grojsman. Top notes are Aldehydes, Orange Blossom, Pineapple, Lavender, Bergamot and Green Notes; middle notes are Carnation, Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Orris Root, Jasmine and Rose; base notes are…

white floral warm spicy sweet woody

Nose: Sophia Grojsman

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Aldehydes, Orange Blossom, Pineapple, Lavender, Bergamot, Green Notes
Heart· 2–4h
Carnation, Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Orris Root, Jasmine, Rose
Drydown· 6h+
Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cinnamon, Opoponax, Musk, Civet, Vetiver

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

85%

82%

79%

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71%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Fall35%Winter30%Spring24%Summer11%Day63%Night37%Wears female81%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Gloria Vanderbilt picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Vanderbilt smell like?

white floral up front, then warm spicy, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: white floral, warm spicy, sweet.

What notes are in Vanderbilt?

Top: Aldehydes, Orange Blossom, Pineapple, Lavender, Bergamot, Green Notes. Heart: Carnation, Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Orris Root, Jasmine, Rose. Base: Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cinnamon, Opoponax, Musk, Civet, Vetiver.

How long does Vanderbilt last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Vanderbilt loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Vanderbilt best for?

Fall is the top pick (35%). Winter is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Vanderbilt?

Day wear leads at 63%. Night is a secondary pick at 37%.

Is Vanderbilt for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 81% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Vanderbilt?

Composed by Sophia Grojsman. Released in 1982.