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What it is: A warm floral perfume that merges juicy plum and warm vanilla for a nostalgic and comforting scent.
Fragrance story: Purple Melancholia is a warm floral fragrance with a burst of succulent plum, soft osmanthus flower and jasmine at its vibrant heart, while a sensual base of velvety vanilla wraps the scent in lasting comfort. Inspired by Rome, Valentino's Born in Roma fragrances tell a story of individuality and self-expression. Purple Melancholia invites you to reflect on comforting memories as it brings ease and warmth. A bold nod to the iconic Rockstud, the perfume bottle pairs a striking black leather label with a melancholia purple hue, enhancing its classic design with a modern, magnetic edge.
Style: Floral.
Notes:
- Top: juicy plum accord
- Middle: osmanthus flower, jasmine
- Base: warm vanilla
- 1 oz.
- Made in France
- Item #11303409
Ingredients
Alcohol Parfum / Fragrance Aqua / Water / Eau Linalool Benzyl Salicylate Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes Benzyl Alcohol Hydroxycitronellal Linalyl Acetate Pogostemon Cablin Oil Vanillin Coumarin Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane Carvone Limonene Geranyl Acetate Geraniol Hexadecanolactone Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate Citronellol Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil Benzaldehyde Pinene Cinnamyl Alcohol Terpineol Beta-Caryophyllene Rose Ketones Methyl Anthranilate Anise Alcohol Citral Benzyl Benzoate Myroxylon Pereirae Oil/extract Trimethylcyclopentenyl Methylisopentenol Santalol Benzyl Cinnamate Terpinolene Ci 60730 / Ext. Violet 2 Ci.
Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging
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Valentino
When considering legendary Italian fashion house Valentino, three words come to mind: luxurious, bold and iconic. For more than 50 years, Valentino has been a cornerstone of the international fashion scene, creating evocative fragrances, statement-making ready-to-wear, and signature shoes and handbags (under the Valentino Garavani label) with haute couture craftsmanship.
Most helpful positive review
Feb 25, 2026
Sweet and yummy!
I’ve been waiting for this to come out finally, went into Nordstrom today and bought their first bottle! When she sprayed it on me, it starts off strong and then the dry down is so nice and elegant. The settled dry down is when you smell the hints of plum and vanilla and it’s so good. I highly recommend this, trust the dry down I promise you! :)
KristaD86
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Most helpful critical review
Mar 13, 2026
Not good
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m not the biggest fan of this scent at all. It initially smelled like grapes to me which I didn’t like. It’s a verrrry mature scent and it’s extremely intense. A little bit goes a long way. It’s not a smell I would usually use and I don’t think I will use it. The packaging is very pretty tho
OliviaL
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influenster.com response
Hello OliviaL, Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry this scent felt a bit too intense for your taste, but we're happy you love the look of the packaging.
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KristaD86
Size purchased: 3.38 oz
Feb 25, 2026
Sweet and yummy!
I’ve been waiting for this to come out finally, went into Nordstrom today and bought their first bottle! When she sprayed it on me, it starts off strong and then the dry down is so nice and elegant. The settled dry down is when you smell the hints of plum and vanilla and it’s so good. I highly recommend this, trust the dry down I promise you! :)
3found this helpful
ZahraA
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Mar 16, 2026
Smells amazing
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] sooooo delicious and fruity it is amazing smelling and leaves you wanting to spray more and more it’s a bit on the heavier side tho but no worries it’s still nice
SusyH
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Mar 16, 2026
Smells really good
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It feels elegant and a little mysterious. It’s warm, slightly sweet and very feminine. On my skin I lasts for hours without being overpowering. I live wearing it when I want something that feel both modern and sophisticated.
YocelinB
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Mar 14, 2026
Valentino
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely love the smell of this perfume
It smells like flowers with the hit of vanilla and last all day and all night. The bottle is beautiful and it looks nice. . This is a perfume that you can use at any time later or day and all year long.
MadisonD
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Mar 14, 2026
Super luxurious
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Smells so good, super luxurious scent! I like pairing it with slightly sweeter lotions or other body sprays. The packaging is super pretty and luxurious!
NatalieG
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Mar 14, 2026
Beautiful bottle and smell
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Wow I have never smelled or bought a Valentino perfume before. It is incredible not a strong scent but it also lasts a long time. This is definitely a repurchase on the future!
