Charlie Red
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1993 | Year | 1985 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Design
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Charlie Red is a quintessential 90s powerhouse floral that divides opinion. It's either an expensive-smelling, timeless classic or a screechy, dated air freshener. Love it or hate it, its strong performance and nostalgic charm are undeniable.
A legendary 80s floral beast from Paul Sebastian, Design is a love-it-or-hate-it scent with zero middle ground. If you missed out on big, unapologetic white florals, or you just prefer your civet loud, this one's for you.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 2% |
| Floral | 44% | 51% |
| Fruity | 14% | 13% |
| Green | 4% | 6% |
| Sweet | 32% | 27% |
| Warm | 7% | 2% |
| Woody | 11% | 6% |
| Earthy | 3% | 0% |
| Animalic | 12% | 21% |
| Fresh | 8% | 7% |
Mood
Notes
Top 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 potent projection and longevity make it less suitable for the office, but perfect for casual wear, especially for a bit of 90s nostalgia or making a statement. While some find it too 'loud' for formal events, its classic floral profile could work for certain occasions, and it's certainly not a sport scent.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its beast-mode performance and strong white floral-animalic accords make it too potent for an office setting. However, for a confident wearer, its luxurious feel and attention-grabbing sillage are perfect for dates, casual outings (when applied sparingly), and formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Animalic, Tuberose accords and Blackcurrant, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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