Sonia Rykiel 1993 Parfum

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Le

by Richard Ibanez

Sonia Rykiel Le is a Parfum launched in 1993, created by Richard Ibanez. The fragrance opens with Peach, Passionfruit, Aldehydes, and Mimosa, settles into a heart of Osmanthus, Orris, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, Oakmoss, and Amber.

Our verdict on Le: Acquired

This Rikyiel scent is divisive; some adore its rich, cognac-like facets, while others find its intensity suffocating and 'old-fashioned.' It's a statement scent, clearly not for those who prefer understated fragrances.
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Le Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6%
Floral 27%
Fruity 15%
Green 4%
Sweet 33%
Warm 11%
Woody 13%
Earthy 13%
Animalic 5%
Fresh 9%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Amber
100%
Sweet
80%
Woody
80%
Fruity
76%
Floral
71%

Notes

Top Notes

Aldehydes 15% Hinoki Wood 14% Peach 12% Raspberry 11% Mimosa 11% Passionfruit 10% Strawberry 10% Orange 9% Bergamot 8%

Heart Notes

Honey 20% Carnation 18% Orris 13% Tuberose 13% Osmanthus 13% Rose 11% Jasmine 11%

Base Notes

Amber 15% Benzoin 15% Oakmoss 14% Styrax 12% Tonka Bean 12% Patchouli 11% Vetiver 11% Vanilla 10%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Winter

A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its exceptional longevity, strong projection, and heavy, complex gourmand-woody accords make it unsuitable for office wear. However, its luxurious and sensual character is perfect for special formal events and romantic evenings, as many reviewers attest.

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Le Parfum opens with a sharp, fruity burst of peach, raspberry, and passionfruit, lifted by aldehydes and a hint of hinoki wood. The heart reveals a boozy, honeyed floral blend dominated by osmanthus, rose, and carnation, evoking a sweet liquor. It mellows into a deep, resiny base of amber, styrax, and oakmoss, with warm vanilla and tonka bean adding a creamy, woody richness.

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