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Valentino V
Valentino

V

Citrus
Fresh
Floral
Rose
Fruity
Green
Aquatic
EDP · 2005 · womens

Valentino's V arrived in 2005 as a signature fragrance for the storied Italian fashion house, synonymous with luxury and refined femininity since Valentino Garavani's founding in 1960.

The fragrance opens with fig, mandarin orange, and pink grapefruit, delivering a bright citrus-forward top that feels both fresh and slightly fruity. The heart develops into a classic floral arrangement anchored by rose, freesia, and neroli, which lends a creamy, almost soapy quality to the composition. The base settles into a warm woody-amber foundation of sandalwood, cedar, and ambergris that grounds the florals without overwhelming them. Overall, V reads as a balanced floral with woody and citrus undertones, leaning elegant rather than powdery.

V suits those who appreciate straightforward, well-composed florals without gimmicks, making it an easy reach for everyday wear and professional settings. It works particularly well in cooler months when the woody base gains prominence. If you respond to clean florals with restraint, this is worth exploring. The Tactician, The Homesteader, and The Aristocrat share similar qualities.

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Main Accordsreported by community
Citrus
90%
Fresh
76%
Floral
100%
Rose
80%
Fruity
18%
Green
18%
Aquatic
41%
Aromatic
41%
Woody
100%
Musky
41%
Amber
41%
Sweet
18%
Creamy
41%
Fragrance Notesbrand verified
Top · 0–30 min
Fig
Fig
Green, creamy, and milky with a slightly earthy underpinning, fig is a fruit note that doubles as a green and woody note depending on whether you emphasize the fruit or the leaf and wood. The milky quality of fig sap gives it an unusual creaminess that pairs beautifully with musks and light woods.
Mandarin Orange
Mandarin Orange
Pink Grapefruit
Pink Grapefruit
Sweeter and juicier than regular white grapefruit, pink grapefruit has a softer bittersweet quality and a slightly rosy, fruity depth. It reads as more approachable and modern than white grapefruit, with a clean, energetic freshness. Very popular in contemporary casual fragrances for its uncomplicated, likeable character.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Freesia
Freesia
Bright, clean, and slightly peppery, freesia is a springtime flower with a fresh, almost citrusy edge that prevents it from reading as purely sweet. It's one of the more versatile florals, sitting comfortably in both delicate feminine compositions and fresh unisex fragrances. Approachable and elegant simultaneously.
Neroli
Neroli
Distilled from bitter orange blossoms, neroli sits at the intersection of citrus and floral, bright and slightly waxy, with a honeyed depth that other citrus notes lack. It's one of the most complex natural ingredients in perfumery, simultaneously fresh and rich. A little neroli makes almost any fragrance feel expensive.
Rose
Rose
The queen of floral notes and the most-used ingredient in fine perfumery. Real rose is simultaneously velvety, honeyed, and slightly spicy, nothing like the synthetic candy version. Depending on the variety used, it can anchor a composition or drift through it like a ghost, adding warmth without dominating.
Base · 3–12 hrs
Ambergris
Ambergris
One of perfumery's most storied materials, a waxy substance produced by sperm whales with a uniquely salty, sweet, earthy quality. Real ambergris is nearly unobtainable; most perfumers use synthetic alternatives. It adds a marine warmth and incredible fixative quality, making fragrances smell more 'alive' and skin-like.
Cedar
Cedar
Sandalwood
Sandalwood
Creamy, smooth, and milky with a soft, skin-like warmth that clings beautifully. True Mysore sandalwood is one of perfumery's most precious ingredients, simultaneously wood and skin, never cold or sharp. It rounds off sharp edges in any composition and makes the wearer smell subtly, irresistibly warmer.
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The TacticianBest match90% match
Precision over excess. Always.

Crisp, dry, clean, worn close. Citrus, aromatic herbs, light woods, soft musks.

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The Homesteader85% match
Rooted, warm, and entirely self-sufficient.

Warm skin musks, sandalwood, soft cedar, clean vetiver. Grounding, intimate, unhurried.

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The Aristocrat83% match
Timeless doesn't try. It simply is.

Cool, clean, commanding. Heritage aromatics, classic citrus, dry fougères, refined woods.

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Precision over excess. Always.
Crisp, dry, clean, worn close. Citrus, aromatic herbs, light woods, soft musks.
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Scent Profile
Citrus90%Fresh76%Floral100%Rose80%Fruity18%
Fragrance Family
Floral
EDP

Valentino V— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

Best price today: V is $57.00. Without a coupon the lowest price is $57.00. Gush tracks 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.

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Yes. Jomashop, FragranceNet, and MaxAroma sell 100% authentic Valentino fragrances through unofficial distribution channels. The fragrance is identical to department store stock. Grey market refers to the supply chain, not product quality. The price difference comes entirely from the distribution channel.

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Cheapest price for Valentino V? +
$57.00 at Fragrance Original. Gush compares 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.
What does Valentino V smell like? +
Valentino's V arrived in 2005 as a signature fragrance for the storied Italian fashion house, synonymous with luxury and refined femininity since Valentino Garavani's founding in 1960. The fragrance opens with fig, mandarin orange, and pink grapefruit, delivering a bright citrus-forward top that feels both fresh and slightly fruity. The heart develops into a classic floral arrangement anchored by rose, freesia, and neroli, which lends a creamy, almost soapy quality to the composition. The base settles into a warm woody-amber foundation of sandalwood, cedar, and ambergris that grounds the florals without overwhelming them. Overall, V reads as a balanced floral with woody and citrus undertones, leaning elegant rather than powdery. V suits those who appreciate straightforward, well-composed florals without gimmicks, making it an easy reach for everyday wear and professional settings. It works particularly well in cooler months when the woody base gains prominence. If you respond to clean florals with restraint, this is worth exploring. The Tactician, The Homesteader, and The Aristocrat share similar qualities.
What are the notes in Valentino V? +
Top: Fig, Mandarin Orange, Pink Grapefruit. Heart: Freesia, Neroli, Rose. Base: Ambergris, Cedar, Sandalwood.
What fragrance family is V? +
Valentino V belongs to the Floral fragrance family. It is an EDP.
What is a grey market fragrance retailer? +
Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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