Elizabeth Arden 2007 EDP

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Mediterranean

by Claude Dir

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Elizabeth Arden Mediterranean is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2007, created by Claude Dir. Mediterranean opens with Mandarin, Peach, and Plum, settles into a heart of Wisteria, Magnolia, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Sandalwood. Elizabeth Arden's Mediterranean carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Elizabeth Arden's Mediterranean is a divisive scent that promises a sun-drenched escape but delivers a polarising mix of sweet fruit, powdery florals, and an unexpected salty edge. Some find it a clean, breezy summer staple, while others lament its synthetic, cloying nature or lack of aquatic freshness.
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Mediterranean 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:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate sillage and clean, fresh character make it a decent office choice, but some find it too strong. It's perfectly suited for casual daytime wear and warm weather, though its intensity means it's less ideal for formal events or heavy exercise.

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

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Opens with a juicy burst of ripe plum and peach, enlivened by bright mandarin. This fruity sweetness then softens into a lush floral heart where wisteria, magnolia, and orchid bloom together. The dry down is a warm, musky embrace of sandalwood and amber, leaving a subtle powdery trail with an intriguing salty hint.

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