Oscar de la Renta 2013 EDP

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Something Blue

by Ann Gottlieb , Frank Voelkl

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Oscar de la Renta Something Blue is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Ann Gottlieb and Frank Voelkl. Something Blue settles into a heart of Stephanotis, Lily of the Valley, Narcissus, and Litchi, and dries down to a base of Musk. Oscar de la Renta's Something Blue carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

A divisive scent, Something Blue is either a clean, effervescent floral or a green, soapy nightmare. While its gentle character might suggest a bridal fragrance, its sharpness earns a mixed reception.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
  • Relaxed
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Something Blue 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Its clean, fresh white floral and citrus accords make it an excellent choice for casual wear and the office, where it won't overpower. Its gentle sillage and moderate longevity mean it's unlikely to offend, and many find it suitable for daytime events.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a sharp, green burst of linden blossom and citrus, quickly mellowing into a heart of delicate lily of the valley and stephanotis. The underpinning of white musk rounds out the composition, leaving a fresh, slightly powdery floral trail. Reviewers detect ambergris and cashmere wood in the drydown, adding depth without heaviness.

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