Charles of the Ritz 1977 Edp

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Charles of the Ritz

Charles of the Ritz Charles of the Ritz is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1977. Charles of the Ritz opens with Lemon, Orange Blossom, Aldehydes, and Pineapple, settles into a heart of Carnation, Orris, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Vanilla, Labdanum, Vetiver, and Musk. Charles of the Ritz's Charles of the Ritz carries an Acquired verdict, a amber-led wear.

A lost icon, Charles of the Ritz is a powerful, elegant floral amber that evokes deep nostalgia for those who remember it. It's a divisive scent, but undeniably a classic that many still desperately try to track down.
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Charles of the Ritz Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13%
Floral 34%
Fruity 7%
Green 4%
Sweet 25%
Warm 11%
Woody 9%
Earthy 7%
Animalic 8%
Fresh 19%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Amber
100%
Floral
91%
Woody
85%
White Floral
82%
Warm Spicy
75%

Notes

Top Notes

Aldehydes 30% Bergamot 19% Orange Blossom 18% Pineapple 17% Lemon 16%

Heart Notes

Ylang-Ylang 17% Rose 15% Tuberose 14% Carnation 14% Orris 14% Jasmine 13% Lilac 13%

Base Notes

Amber 15% Vanilla 13% Musk 13% Benzoin 13% Cinnamon 12% Labdanum 12% Vetiver 11% Cedar 11%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its enormous sillage and longevity, this is definitely not an office-friendly scent in its original form. It shines best in formal settings or during romantic evenings where its powerful presence can be appreciated without overwhelming a small space.

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Charles of the Ritz opens with a bright, effervescent burst of aldehydes, pineapple, and citrus, quickly ushering in a opulent bouquet of orange blossom, lush ylang-ylang, and rich tuberose. This floral heart is grounded by a warm, resinous amber and an earthy vetiver, creating a complex and enveloping aroma that feels both grand and comforting. The scent dries down to a powdery, musky vanilla, leaving a long-lasting, sophisticated trail.

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