Valentino
Born in Roma Coral Fantasy EDT
“Aperitivo on a Roman rooftop — effortless Italian spring energy.”
Valentino's 'Roman golden hour' interpretation with a distinctively fruity-aromatic opening that polarizes between 'best of the line' and 'Paco Rabanne derivative' — Nicolas Beaulieu and Jean-Christophe Hérault's 2022 Born in Roma flanker. A woody-aromatic masculine: red apple-cardamom-bergamot top over lavender-clary-sage-geranium heart and tobacco-patchouli-vetiver base.
The take
What works
- ●Apple-lavender-tobacco drydown is surprisingly sophisticated for the opening
- ●Spring versatility from daytime through an evening dinner
- ●Valentino aesthetic without niche pricing
Trade-offs
- ●Longevity disappoints — fades before the night is done
- ●The EDT concentration limits its presence
Notes
Top
Calabrian Bergamot
Indian Cardamom
Red AppleMid
Lavender
Clary Sage
Bourbon GeraniumBase
Tobacco Absolute
Balinese Patchouli
Haitian VetiverPerformance
When to wear
Occasions
Gender
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Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Born in Roma Coral Fantasy smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Black Cab (65%), Swiss Arabian Mint and Wood (63%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.
How long does Born in Roma Coral Fantasy last?
5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity at 60/100) with solid projection.
When should you wear Born in Roma Coral Fantasy?
Versatile across seasons, with a slight edge toward spring, works day or night. Suited to casual, date night.
Is Born in Roma Coral Fantasy worth it?
At $75–$110, yes for this tier. Apple-lavender-tobacco drydown is surprisingly sophisticated for the opening. Spring versatility from daytime through an evening dinner.
Details
- Perfumer
- Nicolas Beaulieu, Jean-Christophe Hérault
- Collection
- Born in Roma