Clive Christian Perfume 2014 EDP

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L for Women

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Clive Christian Perfume L for Women is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014. L for Women opens with Pepper, Pink Pepper, and Artemisia, settles into a heart of Rose and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Vetiver, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Clive Christian Perfume's L for Women carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a divisive sort. Some rave about its peppery rose charm, while others are left cold by its poor staying power and eye-watering price tag. You'll either get it, or you won't. If you're going to splurge, just make sure you're getting some decent wear out of it.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
  • Warm
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L for Women Eau de Parfum bottle

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
Long (6-10h)
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

Its rose, fresh spicy and woody composition leans towards autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Formal
Also Works:
Date Casual

Its fresh-spicy and rose accords make it suitably versatile for office and formal wear, leaning towards understated elegance. Despite a few claims of good performance, multiple reviews highlight poor longevity, which limits its suitability for longer events but isn't necessarily a hindrance for casual or office use.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

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

L for Women kicks off with a spirited trio of black, white, and pink pepper, giving it a brisk, almost smoky opening. This lively spice mellows into a heart of luxurious Damask rose and delicate jasmine, offering a touch of floral sophistication. The base grounds the composition with earthy vetiver and patchouli, softened by a whisper of creamy vanilla and cedar, lending a green, woody depth that lingers subtly. The overall impression is a fresh, spicy rose with an understated elegance.

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