Balenciaga 1955 EDT

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Quadrille

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Balenciaga Quadrille is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1955. Quadrille opens with Lemon, Peach, and Plum, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Cardamom, and Clove, and dries down to a base of Musk and Amber. Balenciaga's Quadrille carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is a serious vintage gem, a sophisticated and complex chypre that's been overlooked. While some find it a bit dated, its dark, spicy fruitiness is a captivating alternative to modern sweet bombs.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Cozy
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Quadrille Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Plum44%
Peach34%
Lemon22%
Heartas listed
Clove35%
Cardamom35%
Jasmine30%
Baseas listed
Amber60%
Musk40%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Spring Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With moderate longevity and sillage, it's present but not overpowering. Its complex, spicy and deep character makes it better suited for intimate occasions like dates or formal events, where its vintage charm can be appreciated, rather than casual daytime wear or sport.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Quadrille opens with a melancholic, aged plum and peach, tarted up with a whisper of lemon, immediately setting a dramatic, film-noir tone. The heart introduces a rich, complex spice blend of clove and cardamom, which adds intrigue and a dry warmth. This then settles into a deep, mossy amber and musk base, giving it a profound, almost brooding character that lingers with subtle allure.

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