La Perla 2021 EDP

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Let The Dance Begin

by Dominique Preyssas

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La Perla Let The Dance Begin is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Dominique Preyssas. Let The Dance Begin opens with Davana, Citrus, Bergamot, and Orange, settles into a heart of Rose, Geranium, Tuberose, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Tonka Bean. La Perla's Let The Dance Begin carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

A divisive yet captivating scent. It's a bold, boozy, spicy floral for those who want to make a statement, but some find its intensity overwhelming. Definitely not for everyone, but those who love it, really love it.
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  • Sensual
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  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
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Let The Dance Begin 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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its moderate longevity and sillage, Let The Dance Begin is best suited for evenings and intimate settings where its rich, spicy character can shine. Its intensity and sensual depth make it ideal for dates and dressy occasions, while it's generally too prominent for casual daytime or office wear.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Limonene from Orange
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Let The Dance Begin opens with a complex, spicy-citrus burst of davana and cardamom, quickly giving way to a rich, heady floral heart. Tuberose, rose, and ylang-ylang intertwine with a surprising caramel sweetness and a touch of warm cinnamon. The drydown settles into a woody, earthy blend of patchouli, cedar, and tonka bean, softened by a creamy cashmeran, creating a deep, sensual finish.

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