Elizabeth Arden 1996 EDP

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5th Avenue

by Ann Gottlieb

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Elizabeth Arden 5th Avenue is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1996, created by Ann Gottlieb. 5th Avenue settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Violet, and Tuberose, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Iris. Elizabeth Arden's 5th Avenue carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A divisive floral classic that people love for its sophisticated charm or dismiss for its perceived cheapness. Expect a clean, elegant scent, but be warned: reformulations mean many find it's lost its former beast-mode glory.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Confident
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5th Avenue 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
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 Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, inoffensive floral profile makes it ideal for office and casual wear. Despite some finding it perfect for formal events, mentions of its weaker modern performance mean it's unlikely to be a showstopper for a big night out.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

5th Avenue opens with a dazzling, creamy burst of luminous white and yellow florals, where plush lily of the valley, magnolia, and lilac intertwine with the sweet undertone of peach. A subtle freshness from linden blossom and citrus keeps it bright. As it settles, a clean, powdery embrace emerges, grounded by a warm, delicate base of iris, sandalwood, and a whisper of vanilla, offering a comforting yet refined finish.

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