Stella McCartney 2015 EDT

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Stella

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Stella McCartney Stella is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2015, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. Stella opens with Lemon, Mandarin, and Freesia, settles into a heart of Rose, Violet Leaf, and Peony, and dries down to a base of Amber. Stella McCartney's Stella carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a divisive ode to the rose, blending zingy citrus and soft florals. Some find it a sparkling, feminine dream, others a fleeting lemon-scented floor cleaner. It's a 'love it or hate it' situation, but for many, it's a nostalgic, much-missed fresh floral.
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  • Clean
  • Feminine
  • Fresh
  • Subtle
  • Romantic
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Stella Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lemon39%
Freesia32%
Mandarin29%
Heartas listed
Rose41%
Peony34%
Violet Leaf25%
Baseas listed
Amber100%

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
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 Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its fresh, light character and moderate sillage make it ideal for casual wear and daily office use, though some reviewers found it too lemony for work. The generally poor longevity means it's less suited for formal events or longer dates where projection is key, but its non-offensiveness makes it a safe choice for many situations.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • 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

Stella EDT opens with a bright, zesty burst of iced lemon and mandarin, soon softened by a delicate whisper of freesia. The heart blossoms into a light, airy rose, complemented by the fresh, slightly green nuance of peony and violet leaf. This floral bouquet rests on a subtle, warm amber base, which provides a gentle anchor without overpowering the sparkling freshness. It's a composition that aims for gentle elegance rather than bold declaration.

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