Shi
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2000 | Year | 2009 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Pretty
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This early 2000s gem is a surprisingly potent, clean aquatic floral that evokes a fresh-out-of-the-shower crispness. While some find it serenely beautiful and highly versatile, a vocal minority warns of sharp notes leading to nausea, proving it's not a universal crowd-pleaser.
This one's a safe bet for a reason. Elizabeth Arden's 'Pretty' is exactly what it says on the tin: a universally pleasing, fresh floral that hits the sweet spot between gentle and noticeable. It's not groundbreaking, but it's genuinely lovely and affordable.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 11% |
| Floral | 38% | 39% |
| Fruity | 6% | 11% |
| Green | 4% | 3% |
| Sweet | 22% | 26% |
| Warm | 5% | 6% |
| Woody | 12% | 11% |
| Earthy | 8% | 6% |
| Animalic | 17% | 14% |
| Fresh | 17% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its clean, inoffensive profile and moderate sillage make it ideal for the office, casual wear, and sports. While its subtle elegance could work for understated dates, it lacks the bolder presence typically desired for formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its gentle floral-fresh profile makes it ideal for office wear and casual outings, as it's designed to be inoffensive and low-key. For dates or formal events, it might lack the distinctive edge, but it often gets compliments.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Citrus, Musky accords and Orange Blossom, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.