Lolita Lempicka 1997 EDP

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Lolita Lempicka

by Christian Dussoulier , Annick Menardo

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Lolita Lempicka Lolita Lempicka is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1997, created by Christian Dussoulier and Annick Menardo. Lolita Lempicka opens with Violet, Star Anise, and Ivy, settles into a heart of White Amaryllis, Iris, Iris, and Licorice, and dries down to a base of Musk, Vetiver, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Lolita Lempicka's Lolita Lempicka carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This isn't just a perfume, it's a personality. You'll either adore its whimsical, sweet, and unique licorice-violet blend, or find its distinctive character utterly unbearable. A true love-it-or-hate-it classic that screams "fantasy realm" more than "boring reality".
What our verdicts mean →
  • Playful
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Classic
  • Warm
Lolita Lempicka 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Given its moderate projection and good longevity, it's a bit too distinctive and sweet for a formal office setting, but perfect for dates or creative casual outings. Reviewers often mention wearing it for special, whimsical moments, leaning into more intimate or relaxed environments.

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

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Ethics and formulation

We report other people's certifications, never our own. Every claim links to its source.

  • Vegan Brand-stated Lolita Lempicka says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Lolita Lempicka opens with a mesmerising swirl of star anise and a distinctly green, powdery violet, brightened by a hint of ivy. The heart introduces a soft, powdery iris and orris, underscored by a juicy cherry and prominent licorice, creating a gourmand-like depth. It settles into a warm, inviting base of praline, vanilla, and tonka bean, softened by musk and a grounding touch of vetiver. It's a complex, fairytale-esque journey from green and floral to a sweet, rooty finish.

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