Elizabeth Arden 2006 EDP

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Provocative Interlude

by Carlos Benaïm , Loc Dong

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Elizabeth Arden Provocative Interlude is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2006, created by Carlos Benaïm and Loc Dong. Provocative Interlude opens with Champagne Rosé, Fruity Notes, and Guava, settles into a heart of Rose, Orchid, and Mango, and dries down to a base of White Chocolate, Musk, and Mahogany. Elizabeth Arden's Provocative Interlude carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This Elizabeth Arden scent is a surprisingly versatile gourmand for the price, striking a balance between playful sweetness and a touch of grown-up sophistication. While some find it generic, most agree it's a creamy, fruity delight that stands out in its category.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sensual
  • Cozy
  • Playful
  • Romantic
  • Warm
Provocative Interlude Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Fruity Notes32%
Heartas listed

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
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate sillage and sweet, creamy profile make it excellent for dates and casual wear. It's too sweet for intense sports and not quite formal enough for black-tie events, but can work for a more relaxed office setting due to its overall softness.

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

  • 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

Pop the cork on a glass of effervescent champagne rosé, bursting with bright, juicy fruits and exotic guava. The heart unfolds into a lush bouquet of dewy rose and sweet orchid, underpinned by the tropical tang of ripe mango. It all settles onto a comforting, indulgent base of creamy white chocolate, soft musk, and a subtle hint of mahogany, creating a delectable yet refined warmth.

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