Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim Fragrance Samples | Authentic Decants (3ml, 5ml, 10ml)
Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim Fragrance Samples | Authentic Decants (3ml, 5ml, 10ml)
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Afternoon Swim by Louis Vuitton is a vibrant citrus fragrance created by Master Perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud as part of the House's California-inspired Cologne Perfumes collection. Built around juicy orange, sparkling bergamot and fresh ginger, Afternoon Swim captures the invigorating sensation of diving into cool water on a hot summer day.
Sicilian orange takes center stage, supported by bright bergamot and the juicy character of mandarin. Ginger adds an aromatic, lightly spicy contrast that gives the citrus composition extra energy without taking away from its clean, refreshing character.
An Afternoon Swim sample is an excellent way to experience this citrus-focused Louis Vuitton fragrance before choosing a larger amount. A travel-size decant also makes its bright, warm-weather profile convenient for vacations, everyday wear and carrying on the go.
- Fragrance: Afternoon Swim
- Brand: Louis Vuitton
- Fragrance Style: Fresh / Citrus / Aromatic
- Release Year: 2019
- Perfumer: Jacques Cavallier Belletrud
- Brand Collection: Cologne Perfumes
- Available As: Sample and travel-size decants
Fragrance Notes
Louis Vuitton currently presents Afternoon Swim through a selection of key notes rather than a conventional top, heart and base pyramid. To avoid assigning an unofficial structure to the fragrance, the notes below preserve the House's current presentation.
Top Notes
Louis Vuitton does not officially designate separate top notes.
Heart Notes
Louis Vuitton does not officially designate separate heart notes.
Base Notes
Louis Vuitton does not officially designate separate base notes.
Official Louis Vuitton Key Notes
- Bergamot
- Orange
- Ginger
Additional Materials Highlighted by Louis Vuitton
- Sicilian Orange
- Mandarin
The official description places particular emphasis on a rare, juicy Sicilian orange, with bergamot contributing freshness and mandarin creating a deeper citrus current.
What Does Afternoon Swim Smell Like?
Afternoon Swim smells like an exceptionally bright expression of freshly cut citrus. Juicy orange dominates the composition, surrounded by sparkling bergamot and mandarin for a profile that feels fresh, energetic and immediately recognizable as citrus-forward.
Ginger introduces a subtle aromatic and spicy contrast, helping give the fragrance movement without turning it into a traditionally spicy scent. The emphasis remains on luminous orange and refreshing citrus rather than sweetness, heavy woods or dense amber.
The result is a streamlined fresh fragrance that works particularly well for shoppers who enjoy realistic citrus profiles and uncomplicated warm-weather scents.
Performance and Best Occasions
Afternoon Swim's citrus-driven character makes it especially appealing during spring and summer or in warm climates. It is naturally suited to daytime wear, vacations, casual outings, outdoor events and other situations where a bright, refreshing fragrance fits the setting.
Its clean and relatively straightforward citrus profile can also work well in professional environments when applied appropriately. Those who enjoy fresh fragrances year-round may find it equally easy to wear outside the warmer seasons.
Longevity, projection, and sillage can vary depending on skin chemistry, application, climate, and environment.
Why Try an Afternoon Swim Sample?
Afternoon Swim is deliberately focused on citrus, making a sample particularly useful for determining how its orange, bergamot, mandarin and ginger character develops on your skin.
A 3ml Afternoon Swim sample provides multiple opportunities to wear the fragrance in different conditions, while 5ml, 10ml and 30ml travel-size decants offer convenient options for customers who already know they enjoy its fresh citrus profile.
Available Sizes and Estimated Sprays
- 3ml Sample: Approximately 25–30 sprays
- 5ml Travel Spray: Approximately 40–50 sprays
- 10ml Travel Spray: Approximately 85–100 sprays
- 30ml: Approximately 250–300 sprays
Spray counts are estimates and may vary slightly depending on the atomizer and how each spray is applied.
Authenticity and Decanting
Each Afternoon Swim decant sold by Bluegrass Fragrance Company is transferred from an authentic original bottle. The fragrance is not diluted, reformulated, or intentionally altered.
Each order is hand-filled into a glass atomizer and carefully packaged for convenient application, storage, and travel.
Shipping Information
Orders are normally processed within 2–3 business days unless otherwise stated and ship from Central Kentucky through USPS or UPS.
Your tracking number may be created before your order is hand-filled and packaged. Carrier tracking may not update immediately after the tracking number is issued.
Free U.S. shipping is available on qualifying orders over $100.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these authentic Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim samples?
Yes. Each Afternoon Swim sample or decant is independently transferred by Bluegrass Fragrance Company from an authentic original Louis Vuitton bottle.
What is a fragrance decant?
A fragrance decant is authentic fragrance transferred from its original manufacturer bottle into a smaller atomizer. It allows you to sample a fragrance or carry a more convenient travel size without purchasing or transporting the full-size bottle.
Is Afternoon Swim diluted?
No. The fragrance is transferred directly from the authentic original bottle without intentional dilution, reformulation or alteration.
Is the original Louis Vuitton bottle included?
No. This listing is for an independently prepared Afternoon Swim sample or travel-size decant. The original Louis Vuitton bottle and manufacturer packaging are not included.
What does Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim smell like?
Afternoon Swim is a bright citrus fragrance centered on juicy orange, bergamot and mandarin, with ginger adding a fresh aromatic contrast.
What are the official Afternoon Swim notes?
Louis Vuitton currently lists Bergamot, Orange and Ginger as the fragrance's key notes. The official scent description additionally highlights Sicilian orange and mandarin.
Is Afternoon Swim sweet?
Afternoon Swim can have a naturally juicy quality from its orange and mandarin character, but it is primarily a fresh citrus fragrance rather than a rich gourmand or heavily sweet composition.
Is Afternoon Swim good for summer?
Its prominent citrus notes and refreshing character make Afternoon Swim particularly well suited to summer, warm climates and sunny daytime wear.
What seasons are best for Afternoon Swim?
Spring and summer are natural matches for its bright citrus profile, although fresh-fragrance enthusiasts can comfortably wear it throughout the year.
Is Afternoon Swim good for the office?
Its fresh, clean citrus character can work well in professional settings when applied appropriately for the environment.
Who created Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim?
Afternoon Swim was created by Louis Vuitton Master Perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud.
Is Afternoon Swim part of the Louis Vuitton Cologne Perfumes collection?
Yes. Louis Vuitton currently includes Afternoon Swim in its California-inspired Cologne Perfumes collection.
Is Afternoon Swim suitable for travel?
Yes. A travel-size Afternoon Swim decant provides a convenient way to carry the fragrance without bringing the original full-size Louis Vuitton bottle.
Independent Retailer Disclaimer
Bluegrass Fragrance Company is an independent fragrance decanting business and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or licensed by Louis Vuitton or its trademark owners.
Brand names and trademarks are used solely to identify the authentic fragrance being offered. The original fragrance is independently transferred and repackaged by Bluegrass Fragrance Company.
Fragrance Care & Warm-Weather Delivery
Fragrance—whether in a decant, travel spray, or full bottle—is best experienced and stored at room temperature.
If your fragrance arrives warm:
- Bring the package inside as soon as possible.
- Allow the fragrance to return to room temperature for several hours, or overnight, before spraying.
- Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Do not refrigerate or freeze it.
A fragrance exposed to warm transit conditions may smell slightly different while it is still warm. Once it has cooled and rested, it should smell and perform as intended. For the vast majority of shipments, temporary warmth during delivery is not a cause for concern.
Every fragrance is carefully inspected and packaged before shipment.
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Great Opening and Longevity
Thank you so much for the kind words and the helpful review, very happy to hear you enjoyed the product and experience!
This is one of my favorite LV fragrances. It has an orange citrus sweet opening with mineral and marine notes in the dry down. I have tried many copies of this fragrance but nothing beats the original LV Afternoon Swim!
Thank you TJ! Awesome customers such as yourself make this business really enjoyable, so happy to have you here and please come back soon.
Initially smelled like afternoon swim but within a minute had a weird smell after applying on test stick and comparing to an original lv. Will not buy again. Was really looking forward to it. I saw that it had good ratings and felt comfortable spendong $100+ since I putchased other scents. Sun song also had a good smell but not the same as the original.
Thanks for another review, as the rest of the customers who left reviews of authenticity and quality can attest, we purchase ALL of our LV fragrances directly from the source. Multiple reviews, high scores. That's what we like to see! As we stated previously in your other review, we cannot help if you simply run to the reviews section with your issues. Have a good day!
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Thank you so much, we really appreciate you! We totally agree :)
Packaged with care and came extremely fast to California. The decant bottle I got is the short 10ml kind not the one shown in the picture. Great summer scent I already knew I loved it. Maybe make a pressurized version of 10ml decants!