Elizabeth Arden 1998 EDP

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Splendor

by James Krivda

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Elizabeth Arden Splendor is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1998, created by James Krivda. Splendor opens with Hyacinth, Sweet Pea, Wisteria, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Poppy, Rose, Jasmine, and Magnolia, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Amber, and Cedar. Elizabeth Arden's Splendor carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Splendor is a surprisingly beautiful and timeless floral, a proper crowd-pleaser that punches way, way above its price point. It's a genuine gem for spring, despite its dated reputation.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Relaxed
  • Classic
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Splendor 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

With its gentle projection and clean, fresh floral profile, Splendor is an excellent choice for office wear and casual outings. While not overtly formal or sporty, its elegance makes it suitable for relaxed date nights, and many find it perfect for wearing at home.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

Splendor opens with a vibrant, dewy burst of green florals and fruit, notably bright hyacinth and sweet pineapple. It quickly blossoms into a bountiful garden of white florals, with lily-of-the-valley and jasmine taking centre stage, evoking a clean, fresh bouquet. The dry down settles into a soft, woody musk, maintaining a fresh purity, almost like a high-end soap or luxurious skin lotion.

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