Charlie White
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1994 | Year | 2022 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Lotus Pear
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Charlie White is an enigma; a fresh, clean scent that's loved for its watery florals, but bafflingly controversial for its notorious 'pencil shavings' or 'gasoline' scent. It's a divisive cheapie with a cult following, often praised for its nostalgic charm but criticised for reformulation woes.
This one's a proper mixed bag, isn't it? Many rave about the juicy pear and light floral charm, giving serious "clean girl" vibes. But that shocking performance and sometimes downright weird dry-down means it's definitely not for everyone. Test before you commit, or you might end up with an expensive air freshener.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 4% |
| Floral | 49% | 53% |
| Fruity | 25% | 26% |
| Green | 10% | 15% |
| Sweet | 25% | 25% |
| Warm | 0% | 3% |
| Woody | 0% | 0% |
| Earthy | 1% | 0% |
| Animalic | 2% | 2% |
| Fresh | 29% | 18% |
Mood
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 clean, fresh, and often subtle profile makes it an excellent choice for office wear or casual daytime activities where you don't want to offend. The lack of strong projection and sweetness makes it less suitable for formal events or romantic dates, but it gets a boost for sport from its aquatic and ozonic character.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and light nature, combined with poor longevity and subtle sillage, makes it perfect for casual wear, office use, or gym sessions where it won't overwhelm. It's likely too ephemeral for formal events or a date night where you want more impact.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, White Floral, Aquatic accords and Rose, Peach notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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