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Scento states that each decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. Manufacturer batch codes belong to those original bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.

Every Bvlgari decant and perfume sample at Scento is hand-decanted from a sealed, original bottle — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. A house from Italy founded in 1884, Bvlgari is known for signature notes like Sandalwood, Bamboo, Bergamot; explore 12 fragrances in 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml sizes from €5.90 – €41.90 and test a scent properly before committing to a full bottle.

  • Authentic · hand-decanted from sealed bottles
  • Sizes: 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml
  • Tracked shipping to 27 European markets

Founded in Rome in 1884 by visionary Greek silversmith Sotirio Bulgari, this Italian luxury house revolutionized high jewelry through unparalleled craftsmanship and innovative design. The Maison's extraordinary legacy reflects the magnificence of the Eternal City, celebrating vibrant color palettes, exquisitely balanced volumes, and iconic motifs like the legendary Serpenti—transforming precious materials into timeless symbols of luxury. Today, Bvlgari's mastery extends beyond jewelry to exquisite fragrances and watches, each creation embodying 140 years of artistic excellence and the enduring spirit of Roman aesthetic refinement.

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Founded Year:1884
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About Bvlgari

Established
1884
Origin
Rome, Italy

Bvlgari is a Roman luxury house founded in 1884 by Greek silversmith Sotirio Bulgari, world-famous for fine jewellery before extending its craft into perfumery in the early 1990s. Its fragrances translate the maison's jeweller's eye into scent — from the delicate green-tea elegance of Eau Parfumée au Thé Vert to the spicy, leathery Bvlgari Man In Black and the gem-inspired, jewel-bottled Le Gemme collection.

Elegant Italian craftsmanship with a jeweller's precision: refined and luminous at one end (green tea, citrus, iris) and warm, spicy and ambery at the other (rum, tobacco, leather, oud and amber in the higher-end lines).

Signature notes

  • Green Tea
  • Bergamot
  • Iris
  • Rum
  • Tobacco
  • Leather
  • Amber
  • Grapefruit

History & heritage

Bvlgari was founded in Rome in 1884 by Sotirio Bulgari, a Greek silversmith who emigrated to Italy and opened his store in the heart of the city. Drawing on the grandeur of ancient Rome and bold, colourful gemstone design, the maison became one of the world's most recognisable names in fine jewellery and watches.

The house entered perfumery in the early 1990s, beginning with Eau Parfumée au Thé Vert — a luminous green-tea and citrus composition that brought a refined, understated elegance to the fragrance world and remains a modern classic. From the start, Bvlgari collaborated with celebrated master perfumers to translate its design language into scent.

Bvlgari's perfumery now ranges from accessible signatures to high perfumery. The Bvlgari Man and Allegra lines sit alongside Le Gemme, a luxury collection in which each fragrance is dedicated to a precious stone and housed in jewel-like bottles that echo the maison's jewellery heritage. Bvlgari has been part of the LVMH group since 2011.

How to choose your Bvlgari

Bvlgari spans easygoing daily signatures and richer high-perfumery, so trying a 2ml or 5ml decant first lets you place each scent before a full bottle. The house rewards exploration across very different styles.

For an elegant, versatile, all-season fresh scent, Eau Parfumée au Thé Vert is the refined green-tea entry point — clean and office-friendly. If you want something warm and characterful for evenings and cooler weather, Bvlgari Man In Black brings rum, spice and leather with real presence.

Curious about Bvlgari's luxury tier? The Le Gemme collection is where the maison's jeweller's craft shows most — bright citrus in Tygar, deeper amber-gourmand warmth in Kobraa. A small decant set is the easiest way to discover whether you lean toward Bvlgari's luminous or its opulent side.

How to buy Bvlgari samples in Europe

To buy Bvlgari samples in Europe you have a few honest routes: official Bvlgari boutiques and authorised retailers for full bottles, or Scento for authenticated Bvlgari decants in 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml. On Scento, Bvlgari samples start at €5.90 — and a 2ml decant is only about 2–4% of a 50–100ml bottle, so you can try the scent properly before committing to a full size.

Best way to buy Bvlgari in Europe

Ways to buy Bvlgari in Europe, compared by commitment, EU delivery and what each route is best for.
RouteSmallest commitmentEU delivery & customsBest for
Official Bvlgari boutique or siteFull bottle (50–100ml)Set by the brand; varies by countryOwning the full bottle, sealed and gift-ready
Authorised retailer or department storeFull bottleIn store, or online where the retailer ships in the EUTrying in person before buying a bottle
Scento authenticated decants2ml / 5ml / 8ml decant — from €5.90Ships from the EU to 27 European markets, no extra customsTrying Bvlgari before a full bottle, at the lowest entry price
Official Bvlgari discovery set (where offered)Brand-curated mini setOnly where the brand ships it to your countrySampling a themed range chosen by the house

Routes and availability vary by brand and country — always confirm current stock, sizes and prices with each seller before buying.

Bvlgari sample prices & decant facts

Origin
Italy
Founded
1884
Scents in stock
12
From (2ml)
€5.90
From (5ml)
€11.90
Sizes
2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml
Signature notes
Sandalwood, Bamboo, Bergamot
Authenticity
Original-bottle sourcing; the manufacturer code is not printed on the decant vial
Last reviewed
2026-06-18

Bvlgari decants & perfume samples — your questions answered

What is Bvlgari known for?

Bvlgari is a Roman luxury maison founded in 1884, world-famous for fine jewellery and watches before becoming a respected fragrance house in the 1990s. In perfumery it is known for elegant green-tea scents, the spicy-leathery Bvlgari Man In Black, and the gem-inspired Le Gemme luxury collection.

Which Bvlgari fragrance should I try first?

Eau Parfumée au Thé Vert is a great first try — a fresh, refined green-tea and citrus scent that suits almost any setting. If you prefer something warmer and bolder, Bvlgari Man In Black offers rum, spice and leather. Sampling either as a 2ml or 5ml decant is the easiest way to choose.

What does Bvlgari perfume smell like?

Bvlgari's range goes from luminous and refined — green tea, citrus and iris — to warm and opulent, with rum, tobacco, leather, amber and oud in lines like Bvlgari Man and Le Gemme. The unifying thread is an elegant, polished, jeweller's-precision character.

Is the Bvlgari Le Gemme collection worth it?

Le Gemme is Bvlgari's high-perfumery line, with each fragrance dedicated to a precious stone and presented in jewel-like bottles, prized for quality and presentation. Because it sits at a luxury price point, sampling a decant such as Tygar or Kobraa first is the sensible way to decide if the style and performance suit you.

Are Bvlgari decants and perfume samples authentic?

Yes. Scento states that each decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. Manufacturer batch codes belong to those original bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.

How many sprays are in a Bvlgari sample?

As a rough guide, a perfume atomizer gives about 10–15 sprays per millilitre, so a 2ml Bvlgari sample is roughly 20–30 sprays, a 5ml about 50–75, and an 8ml about 80–120. Exact counts vary with the atomizer and how heavily you spray. Available sizes: 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml.

Do I pay customs or VAT on Bvlgari samples in the EU?

No extra customs for EU orders. Scento ships Bvlgari decants from within the EU to 27 European markets, so EU buyers pay no import duties or customs charges and usually receive their order in 1–5 business days. Orders to non-EU European countries may be subject to local import VAT set by your country, not by Scento.

Should I buy a Bvlgari decant or a full bottle?

Buy a decant to test or rotate a scent, and a full bottle once you know you love it. A 2ml decant is only about 2–4% of a 50–100ml bottle, so it lets you wear Bvlgari for days before committing to full-bottle price. For sealed presentation or gifting, an official boutique or authorised retailer is the better route.