Elie Saab 2020 Parfum

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Le Parfum Essentiel

by Maïa Lernout

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Elie Saab Le Parfum Essentiel is a Parfum launched in 2020, created by Maïa Lernout. Le Parfum Essentiel opens with Mandarin and Orange Blossom, settles into a heart of Gardenia, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Patchouli. Elie Saab's Le Parfum Essentiel carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This flanker is a divisive one. There's a proper split between those who find its creamy white florals elegant and clean, and those who detect a screechy, synthetic 'old lady' vibe. You'll either love how it develops on your skin, or you'll be giving the bottle away.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Feminine
  • Bold
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Le Parfum Essentiel Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Orange Blossom57%
Mandarin43%
Heartas listed
Gardenia100%
Baseas listed
Patchouli56%
Cedar44%

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:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, floral character makes it suitable for office and formal wear, though some find it too strong for everyday. Reviewers highlight its elegance for weddings and professional settings, with performance being moderate enough not to overwhelm.

About

Le Essentiel opens with a bright, zesty burst of mandarin and orange blossom, quickly giving way to a rich, creamy gardenia heart. The white florals settle into a smooth, slightly lactonic embrace, underpinned by a refined patchouli and a whisper of cedar, adding depth without heaviness. It's a heady, clean floral experience.

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Where to buy

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