La Perla 2021 EDP

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Once Upon A Garden

by Caroline Dumur

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La Perla Once Upon A Garden is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Caroline Dumur. Once Upon A Garden opens with Mandarin, Pink Pepper, and Mint, settles into a heart of Sweet Pea, Rose, and Raspberry, and dries down to a base of Amber, Patchouli, and Oakmoss. La Perla's Once Upon A Garden carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a proper grower, divisive as hell initially but adored by those who stick with it. Some sniff potpourri, others find a unique, sophisticated garden party in a bottle. Definitely not a blind buy unless you live for a fragrance gamble.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Romantic
  • Soft
  • Fresh
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Once Upon A Garden 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
Also Works:
Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and longevity make it suitable for casual wear and dates without being overpowering. The distinct floral-green profile might be a bit too unconventional for ultra-formal settings, and it lacks the energetic sparkle for sport. It is a good choice for the office due to its unique but non-aggressive character.

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
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint

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

Imagine a summer garden, not just full of roses but with the earthy dampness beneath. It opens with a fresh, spirited kick of mint and mandarin, spiced lightly with pink pepper. The heart softens into a distinctive floral blend of sweet pea and rose, kissed with a hint of tart raspberry. The base settles into a sophisticated, mossy warmth, with patchouli and amber grounding the floral sweetness, evoking the unique scent of a garden after rain.

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