Faberlic 2008 EDP

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Donna Felice

by Pierre Bourdon

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Faberlic Donna Felice is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Pierre Bourdon. Donna Felice opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, Lemon, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Marigold, Rose, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Vetiver, and Teak. Faberlic's Donna Felice carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a proper marmite scent - some reckon it's a zesty, warm embrace, others find it a sour, unblended mess. It's got that sunny, cheerful citrus vibe balanced with an intriguing woody depth, though you might need to carry a full bottle for top-ups.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Clean
  • Feminine
Donna Felice Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Green Notes19%

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
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and citrusy freshness make it suitable for casual wear, including office environments if applied lightly. However, its poor longevity means frequent reapplication is needed, which isn't ideal for formal settings. The refreshing quality also lends itself well to sport or post-shower use.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • 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

Opens with a lively, tart explosion of lemon and mandarin, brightened by green notes and bergamot. This energetic citrus then mellows into a floral heart of delicate rose, lily of the valley, and the distinctive herbal aspect of marigold. The base is an inviting woody warmth, blending vetiver and teak with soft musk and amber, giving it an almost autumnal depth that many find surprisingly cozy. It's a journey from zesty freshness to a comforting, woody embrace.

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