Bortnikoff Coup de Foudre
Bortnikoff

Coup de Foudre

CitrusFloralWoodySweetResinousAromaticSpicy

Coup de Foudre by Bortnikoffis a Amber fragrance for women and men. Coup de Foudre was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Dmitry Bortnikoff. Top notes are Champaca, Sweet Orange, Bergamot, Lemon, Jasmine and Grapefruit; middle notes are Ylang-Ylang, Green Tea, Pine Tree, Sandalwood, Tuberose, Agarwood (Oud), Rose, Black Pepper, Carnation and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Tolu Balsam, Turmeric, Benzoin, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Guaiac Wood and Labdanum.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity8+ hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Coup de Foudre

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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Common questions about Coup de Foudre

What does Bortnikoff Coup de Foudre smell like?+

Bortnikoff Coup de Foudre is a citrus, floral, and woody fragrance. The opening is green tea, black pepper, and lemon. the heart settles on sweet orange, champaca, and ylang-ylang. the dry-down rests on tolu balsam, benzoin, and vanilla.

How long does Bortnikoff Coup de Foudre last on skin?+

Bortnikoff Coup de Foudre is estimated to last 8+ hrs on skin (a 5/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Bortnikoff Coup de Foudre?+

Bortnikoff Coup de Foudre projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Bortnikoff Coup de Foudre?+

Bortnikoff Coup de Foudre is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Bortnikoff Coup de Foudre during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Bortnikoff Coup de Foudre worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Bortnikoff Coup de Foudre fits collectors looking for citrus, floral, and woody signature. ScentCast members can add Bortnikoff Coup de Foudre to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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