Sonia Rykiel 2003 EDT

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Rykiel Woman

by Anne Flipo

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Sonia Rykiel Rykiel Woman is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2003, created by Anne Flipo. Rykiel Woman opens with Date, Violet, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Pepper, and Sunflower, and dries down to a base of Leather and Amber. Sonia Rykiel's Rykiel Woman carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one is definitely a love-it-or-hate-it affair. For some, it's a sublime, unique violet-leather masterpiece with a sweet date kick. For others, it's an unwearable, nauseating mess. Approach with caution, but if it works for you, it's pure gold.
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  • Edgy
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
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Rykiel Woman Eau de Toilette 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its prominent sillage and long-lasting nature for many, this scent is best suited for evenings and dates, where its sensual, bold character can shine without overwhelming a professional setting. While some find it 'office safe', its stronger projections lean it away from typical daily 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

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

Rykiel Woman opens with an intriguing blend of sweet, sticky dates and a lively pink pepper zing, underpinned by a soft, powdery violet. As it develops, the heart reveals nuanced florals of rose and jasmine, complemented by a subtly spiced pepper note. The base settles into a luxurious, warm leather and amber accord, providing depth and a touch of animalic intrigue. The violet remains a constant, often taking on a creamy, almost lipstick-like quality.

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