A fragrance conceived for the modern chameleon woman — powerful, feminine, and endlessly complex. Valentino V Eau de Toilette was launched in 2005 and created by the celebrated master perfumer Alberto Morillas, whose extraordinary portfolio includes CK One, Flower by Kenzo, and countless other icons of contemporary perfumery. Inspired by Valentino Garavani's vision of the multifaceted modern woman — her strength, her mystery, her passion — V was presented alongside one of the most striking ad campaigns of its era: model Eugenia Volodina, masked in red, embodying seduction and intrigue in equal measure. Now discontinued, this vintage 75ml Eau de Toilette is a beautifully wearable and increasingly rare find.
V opens with a sparkling, bright accord of green fig, pink grapefruit, and mandarin orange — simultaneously fresh, slightly bitter, and wonderfully inviting, with a unique green-fruity energy that sets it immediately apart. The heart develops into a creamy, softly feminine floral core of rose, freesia, and neroli — delicate and elegant, with just enough warmth to feel sensual rather than simply pretty. The fragrance settles into a smooth, woody base of sandalwood, cedar, and ambergris — creamy, skin-close, and quietly sophisticated, with a gentle amber warmth that makes it exceptionally wearable from morning through evening.
Fragrance Profile
- Top Notes: Fig, Pink Grapefruit, Mandarin Orange
- Heart Notes: Rose, Freesia, Neroli
- Base Notes: Sandalwood, Ambergris, Cedar
V Valentino occupies a rare and appealing niche — a floral woody fragrance with genuine versatility and a slightly unisex sensibility that leans beautifully feminine without ever being predictable. The interplay of bitter green fig against creamy sandalwood and soft florals creates a well-balanced, sophisticated scent that wears elegantly across all seasons and occasions. Sillage is refined rather than bold, making it an ideal choice for office wear, daytime elegance, and relaxed evenings alike. Vintage bottles in this EDT concentration are becoming increasingly difficult to source in good condition, making this a worthy addition to any Valentino or designer fragrance collection.
Product Details
- Brand: Valentino
- Fragrance: V Valentino
- Type: Eau de Toilette (EDT) Spray
- Size: 75 ml / 2.5 oz
- Gender: Women's
- Fragrance Family: Floral Woody Musk / Fruity Floral
- Occasion: Daytime, Office, All Seasons, Everyday Elegance
- Year Launched: 2005
- Perfumer: Alberto Morillas
- Status: Discontinued / Vintage
A refined gift for lovers of understated floral fragrance, Valentino collectors, and women who appreciate the quiet sophistication of classic Italian designer perfumery.