Loewe 1985 EDT

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Aire Loewe

by Olivier Cresp

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Loewe Aire Loewe is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1985, created by Olivier Cresp. Aire Loewe opens with Marigold, Citrus, Green Notes, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Amber, Rose, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Loewe's Aire Loewe carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

Aire Loewe is an old-school masterpiece, a crisp green aldehyde blast that divides opinions. Some find it a dated 'old lady' scent, while others declare it a sophisticated, uplifting classic. It either sings on your skin or turns sour, so testing is essential.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Classic
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
Aire Loewe Eau de Toilette 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 Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

The fresh, clean, and green profile with moderate-to-good longevity makes this suitable for a variety of daytime settings, especially casual wear and the office, where its 'airy' quality is appreciated. While it possesses elegance for formal events, its distinct vintage character might not appeal to everyone for a date night.

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
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • 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

Aire Loewe opens with a dazzling, aldehydic explosion of bright citrus, basil, and galbanum, instantly fresh and green. This vibrant initial burst settles into a heart of powdery iris and soft florals, underpinned by a distinctive incense note. The drydown reveals a classic chypre base with earthy oakmoss, clean musk, and creamy sandalwood, creating a scent that's both bracing and elegantly refined.

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Where to buy

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