Oscar de la Renta 2020 EDP

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Bella Essence

by Clément Gavarry

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Oscar de la Renta Bella Essence is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Clément Gavarry. Bella Essence opens with Red Currant, Grapefruit, and Raspberry, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Musk, Patchouli, and Ambroxan. Oscar de la Renta's Bella Essence carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Bella Essence is a fruity-sweet crowd-pleaser with a playful edge, but be warned, its performance divides opinion. Some find it fleeting, others long-lasting and versatile - so testing before buying is a must.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Playful
  • Sweet
  • Feminine
  • Modern
  • Elegant
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Bella Essence 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 Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its sweet and fruity nature makes it ideal for casual wear and dates. While some find it versatile, its potential for strong projection and sweetness might be a bit much for a formal office setting. Longevity reports are varied, so reapplication might be necessary for extended wear.

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

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

About

A vibrant burst of red currant, raspberry, and grapefruit ignites the senses, developing into a heart of delicate rose and jasmine, softened by a creamy vanilla. The dry down introduces a sophisticated blend of musky ambroxan and a subtle hint of patchouli, creating a sweet, fruity-floral experience that’s undeniably charming.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 2 October

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