Britney Spears 2018 EDP

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Prerogative

by Honorine Blanc

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Britney Spears Prerogative is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Honorine Blanc. Prerogative opens with Berries, Pink Pepper, and Apricot, settles into a heart of Lily, Saffron, and Coffee, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Amberwood. Britney Spears's Prerogative carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

A modern gourmand that's divisive, but a real Britney classic for many. While its performance can be a letdown, fans love its creamy coffee and fruity sweetness, seeing it as something of a dupe for Black Opium, but often superior.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Sensual
  • Sweet
  • Playful
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Prerogative Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent
37%
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and lack of overwhelming strength makes it appropriate for various settings, though it is perhaps too sweet for some formal occasions. The general consensus on its relatively fleeting longevity means it can safely be worn in casual and office environments without being too imposing.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

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

About

Prerogative opens with a vibrant, fruity hit of apricot and berries, sharpened by pink pepper (though some miss this initial kick). The middle notes introduce a smooth, creamy coffee, mingled with saffron and lily for a unique warmth. It settles into a cosy base of sandalwood and amberwood, creating an inviting, sweet, and gently spicy trail. Expect a gourmand impression, though individual notes can vary depending on skin chemistry.

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