Stella McCartney 2012 EDT

F ££ Statement

L.I.L.Y

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Stella McCartney L.I.L.Y is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2012, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. L.I.L.Y opens with Truffle and Pepper, settles into a heart of Lily Of The Valley and Pink Pepper, and dries down to a base of Musk, Patchouli, and Oakmoss. Stella McCartney's L.I.L.Y carries a Statement verdict, an earthy-led wear.

Divisive and unique, L.I.L.Y splits opinion right down the middle. Some find it a clean, modern chypre, others get an "old lady" vibe. This one demands a strong personality to pull off.
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Edgy
  • Modern
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L.I.L.Y Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Accords

Earthy
100%
Musky
89%
White Floral
79%
Mossy
71%
Patchouli
68%
Fresh Spicy
67%

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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

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate projection and generally non-offensive nature make it suitable for office wear, though some find it a bit too sharp. The earthy, natural feel makes it great for casual outings, while its lack of traditional sweetness or overtly seductive notes limits its appeal for dates or formal events.

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About

L.I.L.Y opens with a sharp, peppery kick, swiftly followed by an earthy truffle and the delicate sparkle of lily of the valley. As it settles, a clean musk emerges, underpinned by a classic oakmoss and patchouli base, creating a dry, green, and subtly floral scent with a hint of spice. It's a walk through a damp, mossy woodland, not a sweet garden.

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