Parfums MDCI 2011 EDP

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La Belle Helene

by Bertrand Duchaufour

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Parfums MDCI La Belle Helene is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Bertrand Duchaufour. La Belle Helene opens with Pear and Tangerine, settles into a heart of Hawthorn, Mirabelle Plum, Rose, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Parfums MDCI's La Belle Helene carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This pear-dominant floral-fruity is a masterclass in blending, but its old-school chypre leanings and sometimes strong aldehydes make it a divisive scent. Some find it beautiful and sophisticated, others find it too 'mature' or even a bit medicinal. Definitely try before you buy.
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  • Elegant
  • Feminine
  • Luxurious
  • Powdery
  • Romantic
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La Belle Helene 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and longevity make it versatile, though some find it a bit strong for the office. The elegant fruity-floral character with a chypre base lends itself well to dates and formal events, but it can also be dressed down for a sophisticated casual feel.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Imagine biting into a perfectly ripe, juicy pear, its sweetness complemented by a zesty tangerine and the rich, apricot-like scent of osmanthus. A velvety floral heart emerges, with powdery iris and creamy ylang-ylang, given a subtle dark twist by licorice. It settles into a warm, mossy, woody base of vetiver, sandalwood, and oakmoss, with a hint of amber for depth.

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