Acquired

La Perla 1987 EDT

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La Perla

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La Perla La Perla is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1987. La Perla opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Osmanthus, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Orris, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. La Perla's La Perla carries an Acquired verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

This is a divisive one. La Perla is either a grand dames' sophisticated chypre or an 'old-smelling' relic of the 80s. Loved by those devoted to vintage powerhouses, this scent is not for the faint of heart, but those who 'get' it absolutely adore it.
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Warm
  • Sensual
La Perla Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Warm Spicy
100%
Floral
100%
Woody
99%
Aromatic
88%
Earthy
87%
Amber
73%

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its strong sillage and complex, warm spicy nature make it too assertive for casual or office wear. However, its sophisticated and sensual profile, often described as 'sexy' and 'elegant' by reviewers, signals it’s perfect for dates and formal events.

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About

La Perla opens with a bright, citrusy splash of bergamot and mandarin, quickly tempered by the rich, slightly spicy floral heart of carnation, rose, and ylang-ylang. A golden thread of honey weaves through, softening the sharpness before it settles into a deep, earthy drydown of oakmoss, patchouli, and warm incense. It's a complex, evolving fragrance that's both floral and robustly spicy-woody.