Decorous For Women

Decorous opens fresh and fruity: tart quince, watery lotus and a spicy ginger lily set an airy, elegant tone - the signature of Elizabeth Arden's Provocative Woman (2004). The heart blooms into a mysterious midnight orchid, exotic papaya blossom and bright pink freesia, lending a sophisticated floral richness. The base grounds it with dry hinoki wood, warm red amber and a clean mineral white-sand facet. Perfume Parlour's interpretation captures the original's pretty, airy fruity-floral-woody character convincingly, but it reads a fraction flatter, the orchid and woody-amber base thinner than the designer original. Provocative Woman is known for solid Elizabeth Arden longevity around six hours with moderate sillage; here it is a touch more modest with a soft projection. The effect stays elegant and feminine - a fruity-floral with a woody backbone for spring through autumn, worn casually, at the office, on dates or relaxed evenings.