Mauboussin 2011 EDP

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Mauboussin Pour Elle

by Nathalie Lorson , Olivier Cresp

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Mauboussin Mauboussin Pour Elle is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Nathalie Lorson and Olivier Cresp. Mauboussin Pour Elle opens with Rhubarb, Red Fruits, and Orange Blossom, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Gardenia, and dries down to a base of Amber, Sandalwood, and Caramel. Mauboussin's Mauboussin Pour Elle carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Mauboussin Pour Elle is a surprisingly divisive blind buy. Some find it a classy, elegant floral-fruity with decent performance, others are left underwhelmed by a weak, synthetic scent that fails to deliver on its promise. It's either a hidden gem or a forgettable miss, depending on your skin chemistry.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Romantic
  • Feminine
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Mauboussin Pour Elle Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Rhubarb35%
Red Fruits34%
Orange Blossom31%
Heartas listed
Gardenia44%
Jasmine32%
Rose24%
Baseas listed
Caramel40%
Sandalwood37%
Amber23%

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 Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its blend of florals and soft sweetness makes it suitable for office and formal wear, leaning towards elegant sophistication. While some reviews mention it's a good 'everyday scent', others highlight its evening appeal, making it versatile for dates or casual outings without being too loud.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT,PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), LINALOOL, LIMONENE, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, COUMARIN, BHT, CITRAL, EUGENOL, ISOEUGENOL, CI 19140 (YELLOW 5), CI 17200 (RED 33), CI 42053 (GREEN 3)

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

A complex opening of tart rhubarb and vibrant red berries gives way to a lush heart of sweet orange blossom, jasmine, and creamy gardenia. The drydown settles into a comforting embrace of warm sandalwood and amber, with an unexpected hint of caramel weaving through the base. It aims for refined sweetness, but some get a synthetic tang.

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Where to buy

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