Ferre
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | 2010 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Royal Desire
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A truly elegant, creamy iris that manages to be both classic and contemporary. It's a proper lady's scent, a softer, rounder sister to Iris Poudre, though some find it a bit too subtle or even screechy. Definitely a love-it-or-hate-it affair for some, but a 'treasure' for others.
Christina Aguilera's Royal Desire is a controversial little number. Half the crowd think it's a sweet, powdery marshmallow dream, while the other half find it too floral, or even worse, disappointingly weak. Definitely not a safe blind buy, as it seems to react very differently on different skins.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 7% |
| Floral | 38% | 27% |
| Fruity | 12% | 8% |
| Green | 5% | 6% |
| Sweet | 26% | 29% |
| Warm | 5% | 2% |
| Woody | 9% | 18% |
| Earthy | 8% | 3% |
| Animalic | 8% | 10% |
| Fresh | 16% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sophisticated floral-powdery character makes it highly appropriate for office and formal wear, as many reviews suggest it conveys 'a higher status'. While some mentioned it's a good date night scent, its subtle nature means it wouldn't overpower casual settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its generally light projection and intimate sillage make it suitable for casual wear and close encounters on a date, without being overpowering. However, reports of weak longevity mean it's unlikely to make an impact in formal settings or last through strenuous activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Sweet, White Floral accords and Rose, Iris notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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