Jimmy Choo 2015 Edp

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Illicit

by Anne Flipo

Jimmy Choo Illicit is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Anne Flipo. The fragrance opens with Fruity, settles into a heart of Frangipani, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood.

Our verdict on Illicit: Favourite

A honeyed, spicy floral with a creamy sandalwood base, Illicit EDP is playful yet grown up, radiating modern confidence and inviting warmth. It walks the line between sweet flirtation and polished sophistication.
  • Romantic
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Sensual
  • Confident
Illicit Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 3%
Floral 27%
Fruity 37%
Green 5%
Sweet 32%
Warm 0%
Woody 27%
Earthy 0%
Animalic 2%
Fresh 10%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Floral
85%
Sweet
75%
Spicy
70%
Gourmand
60%
Woody
55%

Notes

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Illicit EDP balances honeyed warmth and spicy florals, making it versatile for spring and fall when its sweetness and spice feel comforting but not heavy. Its amber and sandalwood base gives enough depth for winter, while the ginger-citrus opening keeps it lively for cooler summer evenings.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

With moderate projection and inviting sweetness, Illicit is perfect for date nights and casual wear, adding a playful yet sophisticated touch. It remains elegant enough for semi-formal occasions but may be too rich and sweet for sports or very hot office environments.

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About

Illicit Eau de Parfum opens with a vibrant pop of ginger and bitter orange, immediately enveloping the senses in a sparkling, spicy embrace. The heart blooms with lush jasmine sambac and rose, sweetened by a golden touch of honey and caramel for a gourmand twist. As the scent settles, creamy sandalwood and amber provide a sensuous, soft foundation, balanced by accents of vanilla and cashmeran. The overall impression is both inviting and subtly daring, perfect for those who want sweetness with attitude.