Pleasures
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1995 | Year | 2014 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Volare
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A divisive floral powerhouse, Pleasures is either a timeless, clean classic or a screechy, headache-inducing scrubber. Its vibrant green-floral intensity makes it a love-it-or-hate-it scent with serious staying power.
Volare is a divisive rose fragrance, with many getting a dated, synthetic quality while others enjoy its sweet, powdery character. It's often compared to Lancome Tresor, offering a more delicate take, but be warned: some claim it needs to "macerate" to truly shine.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 37% | 29% |
| Fruity | 6% | 7% |
| Green | 14% | 22% |
| Sweet | 16% | 22% |
| Warm | 4% | 6% |
| Woody | 17% | 7% |
| Earthy | 9% | 7% |
| Animalic | 8% | 12% |
| Fresh | 17% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its strong sillage and longevity mean it might be too much for the office if oversprayed, although some find it professional. Its classic, clean floral profile makes it versatile for casual outings and even formal events, while its intensity is ill-suited for sport.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and generally soft floral-sweet profile make it suitable for casual wear or a more intimate date. While some perceive a vintage elegance, its controversial performance and scent profile keeps it from being a universal formal or office choice.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, White Floral, Green accords and Rose, Violet Leaf notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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