La Tulipe
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2010 | Year | 1978 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Lauren
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Which Should You Buy?
A luminous, watery floral that perfectly captures the optimism and clarity of early spring. La Tulipe is the embodiment of dewy petals, green stems, and lightness itself, ideal for those who crave understated beauty.
This 70s powerhouse is a green floral with serious heritage, but be warned: the vintage truly shines. The modern reformulation is a pale ghost of its former self, lacking the depth and longevity that made it a cult classic. Seek out an original bottle for the real experience.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 38% | 34% |
| Fruity | 7% | 5% |
| Green | 28% | 24% |
| Sweet | 8% | 13% |
| Warm | 3% | 3% |
| Woody | 15% | 20% |
| Earthy | 8% | 11% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 22% | 17% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
La Tulipe blossoms in spring with its dewy, fresh floral and green notes that evoke the first blooms of the season. Its transparent, airy character makes it ideal for mild to warm days, but it may feel too light and fleeting for winter or late fall.
Occasions
Its gentle projection and clean floral-green transparency make it perfect for office and casual wear, as it never overwhelms. The scent’s refined freshness is suitable for daytime dates but lacks the opulence or presence for formal evening events.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
The original vintage's strong sillage makes it less ideal for enclosed office spaces, though it still conveys professionalism. Its complex, elegant character and perceived sophistication, as highlighted by many reviewers, make it perfect for dates, casual outings, and even some informal formal events. It's not a sports scent due to its depth and formal leaning.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Green, Woody accords and Cyclamen, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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