Salvador Dalí 1997 EDP

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Le Roy Soleil

by Philippe Romano

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Salvador Dalí Le Roy Soleil is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1997, created by Philippe Romano. Le Roy Soleil opens with Rhubarb, Papaya, Bergamot, and Lemon, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Rose, Jasmine, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Salvador Dalí's Le Roy Soleil carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

A truly opulent and complex blast from the past, Le Roy Soleil is a tropical fruit cocktail blended with warm spices and deep woods. It's a polarizing scent - some find it a masterful work of art, others a slightly obnoxious relic of the 90s, but few deny its unique character and potent sillage. A confident choice for those who dare to stand out.
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Le Roy Soleil 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer Fall
Also Works:
Spring Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and summer pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and unique, complex blend of fruits and spices make it a bit much for the office. However, it's a stellar choice for dates and formal events, where its luxurious warmth and 'boozy' fruity character can truly shine without overpowering. It can be worn casually too, but leans towards statement rather than everyday comfort.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Opens with a vibrant, juicy explosion of pineapple, apple, and mandarin, evoking a sun-drenched tropical escape. This fruity exuberance is quickly tempered by a warm, spicy heart of cinnamon and apricot, alongside a rich floral bouquet featuring rose and lily of the valley. The dry-down settles into a sensual, creamy blend of sandalwood, amber, and vanilla, underpinned by earthy patchouli and vetiver, retaining a hint of fruitiness throughout.

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