Elizabeth Arden 2017 EDP

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5th Avenue Royale

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Elizabeth Arden 5th Avenue Royale is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017. 5th Avenue Royale opens with Liquor, Bergamot, Orange Blossom, and Raspberry, settles into a heart of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Cedar, Patchouli, and Frankincense, and dries down to a base of Suede, Musk, Labdanum, and Amberwood. Elizabeth Arden's 5th Avenue Royale carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A truly underrated gem, 5th Avenue Royale punches well above its weight class. It's a dark, rich, and sophisticated experience at a bargain price, although its divisive patchouli and variable longevity means it's not for everyone.
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5th Avenue Royale 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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its rich, dark, and boozy character makes it better suited for evenings and cooler weather. While some find its performance fleeting, it's generally considered too strong for an office setting and primarily recommended for nights out and special events.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Opening with a boozy splash of raspberry liqueur and a hint of bright bergamot, Royale quickly deepens into a complex heart of earthy patchouli, warm cedar, and mysterious frankincense. The base unfolds with a smooth, leathery suede, softened by musky amberwood and the resinous touch of labdanum, creating a seductive and enveloping aura.

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