Desirade by Aubusson
Women 1990
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Description
Desirade by Aubusson is an oriental floral fragrance for women. Launched in 1990, this composition features an olfactory pyramid that begins with top notes of Madagascar ylang-ylang, aldehydes, pineapple, coriander, and bergamot. The heart reveals Chinese osmanthus, nardos, cassia, jasmine, orange blossom, violet, and rose. The base settles on sandalwood, Somali opoponax, vanilla, plum, musk, patchouli, and raspberry.
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Key notes
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Top
Madagascar Ylang-Ylang
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Heart
Chinese Osmanthus
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Base
sandalwood
Community
207 votes
- Positive 85%
- Negative 11%
- Neutral 4.3%
The olfactory pyramid
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
588 votes
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Leading answer Like it
207 votes
Season
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Time of day
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101 votes
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Fragrance profile
About Desirade
Desirade by Aubusson is an oriental floral fragrance for women. Launched in 1990, this composition features an olfactory pyramid that begins with top notes of Madagascar ylang-ylang, aldehydes, pineapple, coriander, and bergamot. The heart reveals Chinese osmanthus, nardos, cassia, jasmine, orange blossom, violet, and rose. The base settles on sandalwood, Somali opoponax, vanilla, plum, musk, patchouli, and raspberry.
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Longevity
Leading answer Long-lasting
78 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Strong
105 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally feminine
33 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Excellent value
31 votes
Community reviews
4 reviews
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Smells of coriander and opoponax at first, super fresh like Gillette aftershave, then softens with vanilla and musk. Moderate trail, don’t overdo it. Worth it for the price, though the box is basic. 7/10 on scent and projection, but I wouldn’t buy it again.
Mixing Ysatis with Joop Femme: a woody white floral that feels like a Greek warrior in unguents, though marketing labelled it ‘feminine’. It’s dazzling and scandalous, with a dry, brave edge like the blade of a sword. It’s an ’80s bargain, unpretentious and unmannered, just that bitter, intoxicating paste of flowers and woods that no one cares about. Smells like blessed glory for the price. Watch out, I hate when people criticise the common folk for wearing cheap perfumes. There are people with hard lives who need to feel clean and coquettish, not luxurious. Thanks to brands like this, ordinary people can step out, grab a coke, and dream. These perfumes belong to that range and are wonderful for what they represent.
Friend Spartacus, you’ve taken the words right out of my mouth. It’s exactly what you described.
Strange that there aren’t more reviews; it’s a marvel. Starts with dusty pineapple, then sweet, enveloping white flowers like a hug. Soft woods at the end with great longevity. Reminded me of Ysatis without the coconut and Regine’s for its floral-fruity character. It’s comforting, lasts a long time, and isn’t a monster. A must for any collection. The bottle is pretty, except for the soft, cheap plastic cap; if it were glass, it would be perfect.