Pretexte by Lanvin is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Pretexte was launched in 1937. The nose behind this fragrance is Andre Fraysse. Top notes are Aldehydes, Narcissus and Bergamot; middle notes are Opoponax, Rose, Carnation, Iris, Hawthorn and Hay; base notes are Civet, Leather, Oakmoss, Castoreum, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood, Palisander Rosewood, Patchouli, Vetiver and Amber. Lanvin Pretexte was launched in 1937 and discontinued in 1969. It is described as an amber-floral-leathery scent with woody undertones and it was announced as a fresh, provocative, unusual and rich fragrance. Top notes: aldehydes, bergamot and narcissus. Heart: rose, carnation, hawthorn, hay, iris and opoponax. Base: leather, patchouli, castoreum, rosewood, civet, ambergris, sandalwood, vetiver, tonka and oak moss. Available in different concentrations.