Avon 2001 EDP

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Little Black Dress

by Barbara Zoebelein

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Avon Little Black Dress is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2001, created by Barbara Zoebelein. Little Black Dress opens with Cyclamen, Apricot Blossom, Honeysuckle, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Datura, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, and Peony, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Sandalwood, and Tonka Bean. Avon's Little Black Dress carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive but beloved, Little Black Dress is Avon's attempt at timeless elegance. Some call it an ageless classic, others a synthetic mess. It's a statement piece, but pick the right formulation.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Classic
  • Warm
  • Sensual
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Little Black Dress Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

While many find it suitable for office wear due to its perceived freshness and subtlety, others deem it too strong and better suited for evenings. Its rich floral and woody profile, combined with the 'little black dress' naming, points to a leaning towards more dressed-up or intimate occasions, though it's versatile enough for casual wear if applied lightly.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

Ethics and formulation

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About

Little Black Dress opens with a fresh, slightly spicy flourish of ginger and coriander before settling into a voluptuous heart of white florals like jasmine and gardenia, alongside the creamy sweetness of ylang-ylang. A lush plum note merges with soft sandalwood and a hint of musk in the base, aiming for sophisticated warmth. It's a floral-fruity blend with an oriental depth designed for evening allure.

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Where to buy

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