Gloria Vanderbilt

Gloria Vanderbilt launched her fragrance line in 1982 with the release of Vanderbilt, composed by perfumer Sophia Grojsman. This oriental floral scent debuted as the brand's flagship, featuring top notes of aldehydes, pineapple, bergamot, green notes, lavender, and orange blossom; a heart of carnation, jasmine, rose, tuberose, iris, and ylang-ylang; and a base of musk, opoponax, sandalwood, vanilla, vetiver, civet, and cinnamon. The brand emerged from the American socialite, artist, actress, fashion designer, and heiress's expansion into beauty, following her success with designer jeans marked by the signature swan logo.

Earlier fragrances under the Gloria Vanderbilt label appeared between 1946 and 1950, including Diamant Bleu, though the main line solidified in 1982 with Vanderbilt as the signature offering. Parfumo notes the collection spans eau de toilette, deodorants, shower gels, and body lotions, with scents leaning floral-fresh to fruity-sweet via ingredients like jasmine, cedar, lily of the valley, and oakmoss. A men's fragrance, Vanderbilt for Men, joined the lineup, alongside women's options like Miss Vanderbilt, Jardin A New York, Minuit A New York, and Gloria in Red.

Produced in Belgium and distributed via L'Oreal, the brand emphasizes classical feminine compositions recommended for evening wear. Vanderbilt remains available at budget prices, preserving its status as an all-time classic from the 1980s.