Pretty
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2009 | Year | 1994 |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
Fire & Ice
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
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.
This 90s drugstore classic is a surprisingly divisive amber bomb that punches well above its weight. Love it for its warm, sweet nostalgia or label it a dated migraine trigger; either way, it smells far pricier than it is.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 13% |
| Floral | 39% | 42% |
| Fruity | 11% | 5% |
| Green | 3% | 2% |
| Sweet | 26% | 25% |
| Warm | 6% | 12% |
| Woody | 11% | 9% |
| Earthy | 6% | 7% |
| Animalic | 14% | 13% |
| Fresh | 12% | 8% |
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 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.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its warm, amber-heavy profile and moderate sillage make it suitable for casual wear and dates, where softness is key. While many describe it as versatile, the strength of the amber and incense means it's less ideal for formal events or aggressive office environments.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Floral, Citrus accords and Orange Blossom, Woody notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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