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Diva by Emanuel Ungaro is a chypre floral fragrance for women. Launched in 1983, the nose behind this composition is Jacques Polge. The top notes include aldehydes, Indian neroli, coriander, cardamom, bergamot and mandarin; the heart notes are formed by Turkish rose, Moroccan rose, carnation, ylang-ylang, narcissus, lily root and Egyptian jasmine; and the base notes are honey, oakmoss, galbanum (civet), sandalwood, patchouli, iris, amber, musk, vetiver and vanilla.
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- Positivo 81%
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A seductive fragrance, a blend of subtlety and great personality. It feels like a less obvious and aggressive version of Paloma Picasso. Feminine and sophisticated, with enormous longevity and trail in the eau de parfum. Although from the 80s, it stands apart from the stereotypical 80s vibe of brands like Animale or Paloma Picasso, transcending without excess. It is for women who wish to be unique and admired without sacrificing elegance. The bottle and name scream luxury. It is one of my favourites, though I would not recommend it to very young girls or those seeking to remain unnoticed; it is for those who feel complete and wish to let the DIVA within them shine.
A seductive fragrance blending subtlety with strong personality. It’s less aggressive than Paloma Picasso. Feminine and sophisticated, with immense longevity and sillage in the Eau de Parfum version. Although from the 80s, it escapes the stereotypical ’80s vibe like Animale or Picasso; it transcends without excess. Ideal for unique, admired women who don’t compromise their femininity or elegance. The bottle and name scream luxury. One of my favourites, but not for very young girls or those who wish to go unnoticed. It’s for confident women ready to let their DIVA out.
Top-tier perfume, refined and enveloping, so elegant that everyone asks what you’re wearing the moment you walk by.
Diva is an elegant perfume. Very animal too, but in a contained way. The notes that seem excessive, the exuberant notes of civet, carnation, rose, oakmoss, and citrus, are sweetened by honey and ylang-ylang, and to a lesser extent, as it dries down, by amber and sandalwood. Perhaps for that reason I find it slightly gourmand, but with far more class than modern gourmands. It is another of the great opulent classics of the 80s. As is usual, many will comment on the appropriate age to wear it or ridicule those who use it. But above all, one must try it without prejudice, with the intention of appreciating the olfactive art, which is abundant here. The bottle is of a beauty very comparable to the elixir it contains. Bravo to Jacques Polge, to his assistant the young François Demachy, and also to Jacques Helleu, the man responsible for this elegant poem in glass!
A pre-war scent, overwhelming, crushing, and complex. It is a beautiful monster that not everyone can look in the face. The opening is fresh and notably green: aldehydes, coriander, neroli, and a hint of mandarin that settle into honey and rose to give way to civet, amber, musk, oakmoss, and vanilla. Do not confuse it with… the agreements are merely a reference; Diva smells tight and does not distinguish notes separately, except for the civet with honey and rose that fills everything; the rest are sighs that build the olfactive direction around these three elements. Animal, as Maebé described, and elegant, but above all unreal, belonging to the mythology of fragrances; like a dragon breathing fire and conquering all. Sadly, I believe Diva is a perfume on the brink of extinction; it is not to current tastes but is made to feel special. I found a 2006 bottle (obviously reformulated) and could not resist adding it to my collection; it was too beautiful to let go. Like most classics: unisex. I will write a review soon on my blog: stories-fragantes.blogspot.com
DIVA CONTINUES TO RECEIVE APPLAUSE. ‘I needed a little tears. But now I smile. I will be here beside these flowers. Always by your side. Always. Love me Alfredo, love me as I have loved you. Goodbye.’ Second act of La Traviata, Verdi’s romantic opera. This fragrance makes me feel like an opera soprano. I am in the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, wearing a luxurious pink dress, with a diamond necklace. The Diva by Emanuel Ungaro is perfect for the woman who possesses beauty and talent, admired by the whole world. Her age matters not; she will always be a diva. It begins with aldehydes, somewhat strong, but there is no need to fear them; that is how expensive perfumes from Chanel start. Then they fade away, giving way to a soft mandarin scent, plus an aromatic and spicy cardamom note. In the heart, there are luxurious flowers: carnation, iris, roses, ylang-ylang, narcissus, and jasmine, like a bouquet received by the diva for singing well. The roses are the strongest, yet not vulgar or offensive; they are soft and become a gentle powder for the body and face. I feel like the diva returning to the dressing room before going out. They say it is very strong and outdated, but never! If you are a classy woman, you like roses and luxuries, you will adore Diva. At the diva’s feet lies rich honey, as if someone placed a rose in honey and changed its colour to gold. There is also amber, sandalwood, and vanilla. In the new formula, vanilla replaces the animal musk of the mid-20th century, adding warmth. Now Diva is modern and loves vanilla. With musk too, it feels warm, along with that sweet honey. I have so much love for this fragrance. I hope it is never discontinued.
Another gem from my older sister that I’ve shamelessly appropriated. If I had to define it with a single adjective: SOBERBITY. I’m increasingly fond of 80s fragrances, and this is by far my favourite. Many very balanced notes. A bold opening: strong aldehydes evoking Chanel No. 5. Then a sweet, juicy mandarin appears with a tangy hint of bergamot, without dismissing a subtle alcoholic note that wraps around the fruits. The heart and base take me to ecstasy: rose, carnation, and ylang-ylang. Although it might seem like a heavy floral, it’s nothing of the sort. Sandalwood and honey enchant us. Flowers that are slightly powdery and very honeyed, enveloping and intoxicating. A base of oakmoss and earthy vetiver, but amber and vanilla blend to sweeten them and add magical warmth. A black musk that melts into the skin, leaving an animal and sensual trail that lasts for hours. Ideal for autumn and winter, by day with few sprays and at night to be enjoyed. Longevity and sillage that others would kill for. Very feminine, mature, elegant, and voluptuous. Opulent and exquisite. Debunking the myth: it commands from the start, but ‘Diva’ evokes a fascinating and exclusive woman who marks her territory. She seems out of reach, yet her orange liquid is not strong whisky, but sweet floral nectar with honey, amber, and vanilla that warms you like a mother’s embrace. There is so much love here. One spray brightens my day; it’s not bitter or nostalgic, it comforts and warms the heart. The baroque bottle evokes the folds of an evening gown. A tiny flaw: the red name sticker creases if you’re not careful. I thought I’d use it until the end without repeating, and here we are; I dare not spray too much so the bottle remains eternally full and I stay happy.
Unmatched! There are no other words. It portrays me perfectly: a sixty-year-old lady, intelligent, who knows what suits her and wears her wrinkles and silver hair with flair and spirit, without asking anyone’s permission to speak her mind. A vintage taste with aldehydes. Rich, warm, and enigmatic, like the actress Anouk Aimée. It’s not ‘chic’, it’s ‘chien’ – a French word for something more than sexy without going over the top. Amber, musk, patchouli, moss, and vetiver in just the right balance. The bottle is timeless beauty. I hope they don’t reformulate it; I’d lose that adorable ‘chien’.
I saw it in my aunt’s dressing table with that bottle so simple and complicated at the same time with those incredible pleated reliefs. She gave me that perfume for Christmas and when I opened it I don’t know what happened to me; at 19 it made me feel like a woman with all the glamour. Diva is for a diva from A to Z: sweet honey velvety roses exotic sandalwood tender ylang-ylang and wild civet all in one. It makes me nostalgic for the great creations of the 80s and 90s.
When I first saw it, it was in an aunt’s dressing table; what a beautiful bottle, so simple yet complicated at the same time, with those wonderful simulated pleats. One Christmas, my aunt was very aware of how much it caught my attention. My surprise was that it was her gift for me. Upon opening and smelling it, I cannot explain what I felt. The first time I used it at 19, it made me feel like a whole woman dripping with glamour. Diva is the perfume for a diva from A to Z, what a delight: the sweetness of its honey, the velvety texture of its roses, the exoticism of its sandalwood, the tenderness of its ylang-ylang, the wildness of its civet… all that and more in a single perfume. Remembering perfumes like Diva makes me nostalgic and I intensely miss those wonderful creations from the 80s and 90s.
In the film Mannequin from 1987 the bottle is seen in the shop window so that is where my connection began. Kim Cattrall surely used it during the recordings. Diva is a show centred on rose and honey that wins your heart instantly: talc-like strident and refined. It is more pleasant than other florals of its era because it does not have much animal leather or spice; it focuses on the sweetness of the rose bathed in honey with flashes of civet and vibrant aldehydes. It is one of the easiest 80s florals to wear although it has that narcotic and divezy side. The coriander gives it a spicy touch and the moss is there without being the protagonist. The rose-honey duo defines its essence and it is the honey at the end that commands. The aldehydes are not aggressive; they stay low and with the amber make it warm not cold. A luxury by Ungaro. My review is of an Eau de Parfum spray from ten years ago; I tried the vintage and it was even sweeter and more persistent but without major changes.
An 80s gem a work of art that did not remain in oblivion. Its aroma is so enveloping and powerful that it catches you all at once an elixir made to pay homage to it. It reminds me of and surpasses Paloma Picasso and Magic Noire; a true diva of good taste.
OH MY GOD… I have just received it and what a delight… It is love at first sniff; I had an almost religious experience with this jewel; it smells like those expensive perfumes from the eighties that I remember from when I was a child… I rolled my eyes! MAMMA MIA!
OH..DIOSSS..MÍOO!!!..I’ve just received it and what a delight… it’s love at first sniff. I had a sort of religious experience with this jewel, like those flashbacks when I was little and smelled those expensive perfumes from the 80s… it’s enough to leave you speechless! …MAMMA MIA!!
I was deceived by the reviews and made a grave mistake buying this perfume. It is from the 80s where they put more than 20 ingredients without caring if they were compatible. It is very strong and aggressive; it gave me an allergy on my hand and it turned red and itchy. Nowadays perfumers compete by putting flowers fruits and woods without thinking about compatibility; they just want to sell without caring about anything. They are not doctors and they do not know that certain mixtures can poison by chemical reaction with the pH of the skin hence the headaches and nausea. Many reviews say if it is for young girls or old ladies but that is not true; it depends on the chemistry of the ingredients and your pH. The best is to try it on the skin for a few hours and if it is compatible and you like it then buy. I will not trust opinions from people with little knowledge again; the more ingredients the more complicated. For me this Diva is a failure.
Diva is an exceptional perfume that manages to shake me but not overwhelm me; it is so tremendously elegant that deploying all its power from the start does not frighten me. I am not frightened at all; I know this sensation of released force a force released with total control but without putting limits or labels on anything. It is a panther and I do not mean a trained or wild panther but a mushy and complacent panther that knows its power but does not use it to execute its victims but rather to enchant you and leave you submerged in a languid spell yet nothing ethereal. It is one of those beings that drain your batteries in a prodigious way because it is made to seduce and true seduction never has claws or is murderous; true seduction is an enchantment that plunges you into a delirious but soothed state that fills you with pleasures from which you do not want to leave because the mind is truly disturbed. That is a Diva. Its lust from the start with honey has me bewitched; its darkness with oak moss bordering precious flowers is so spectacular that I want to say it has been a long time since I hallucinated like this with a perfume but I must be honest if my nose does not grow to cross the doors and that is that Diva Diva is a mirage of Magie Noire but at the same time this perfume has its little animal inside and it endows it with that erotic part that makes you want to go out at night dress in black put on heels paint yourself without overdoing it hit the road and go where your twilight takes you. Its honey its rose those slight aldehydes and those flowers assembling a perfect perfume give it a glamour that is no longer executed in these times because the reality is that in these times that glamour is no longer worn. Times change and even the ways of loving feeling being moved desiring and escaping vary… evolve or die that is what is called progress the passage of time the years that pass… But Diva gives us that night that personal escape from our depths it makes us bring out that panther that had that unmistakable shine in the impenetrable solitude of the darkness of our deepest dreams of our memories; it tells us that each of us has a diva inside a carnally elegant woman who does not lose her tail for anyone nor lets the music of violins confuse her she knows she commands and she is mistress of her destiny. Her fame does not lie in what is loved about her but in what she loves about herself as her creator demonstrated; Ungaro left Balenciaga for three years to be able to know others and shortly afterwards created his own house. Solitary beasts do not want a diamond collar; solitary beasts want their moon and their dreams for themselves. That is this perfume; it gives a little to you but does not give it all to you because its beauty lies in that feeling it wearing it but never possessing it. I do not recommend it without trying it unless you like dark perfumes not sinful but tremendously sensual to feel impenetrable and at the same time attractive even to the very last inch.
I picked it up yesterday… I was already scared because it is described as a ‘lady’s perfume’ (I don’t know why they are called lady perfumes now seriously they don’t appreciate the real aroma)… I love classic perfumes; I am only 25 but I adore them I feel their aromas are complicated and that invites you to smell more and more until you get the desired result. In this case at first it seemed strong to me but when it dries what a delight! Divine woman womanly… I don’t know how to describe it; when it dries it releases this divine but potent talc (which I love in a perfume) and the final test was my partner and he said it smelled like talc (I can’t expect much from him hehe but at least he liked it). I will come back soon to talk about its development.
It was my first perfume, thirty years ago, and I adored it. It was for closing your eyes and enjoying. Today, at 53, I bought it again as a treat for myself; I turn 54 in a few days. Once more, I closed my eyes and enjoyed it just as I did before. I love it.
It was my first perfume thirty years ago. I loved it. A perfume to close your eyes and enjoy. Today at 53 I have it again; in a few days I will turn 54 and I have given myself a present. I have closed my eyes again and enjoyed it as before. I love it.
It looks like a more complex Animale not necessarily better. Animale is perceived and allowed to be as if one doesn’t want to touch it to alter it with the same respect you would have with a lion if you found one. I am an Animale woman; aromatically it defines and represents me. I picked up Diva because of its resemblance to it hoping to have an Animale in another form and although they are very similar I like the other one more; I feel more comfortable with it. It sits better settles better without great complication which is to say much about such a such a complicated aroma. Diva complicates me whereas Animale feels more natural. I use (Diva) with great care; I still haven’t found the occasion that clicks with it.
It is a spell for almost every sense. That ribbed bottle which looks like a party dress caught by a giant spider not only looks good but is a pleasure to touch and feel its relief. As for the fragrance saying it is intoxicating is an understatement. I love everything about Diva: the balanced aldehydes with citrus and coriander the majestic roses candied in honey the moss the patchouli the woods its extremely discreet and so distinct vanilla compared to today’s pastries… I adore its organic dry-down mossy and animal of a lush forest full of life. The roses in the heart phase remind me slightly of the original Paris by YSL but Diva feels less sweet and more charismatic to me. I find it very dual with an ultra-feminine yin side and a dark enigmatic yang. One of the most imposing cypresses in history and a masterpiece by Monsieur Polge.
I agree it’s one of the most imposing Chypres in the history of perfumery and a masterpiece by Monsieur Polge. Spectacular.
I love it, it’s definitely one of the best perfumes I’ve ever smelled, I don’t want it to ever run out. Really, it’s a diva! Me, being a Leo, I identify with it and its enigmatic strength.
Diva has excellent performance, both in cold and heat. Although I’ve never been a Chypre fan, it needed a little more time to win my heart <3. It's a great perfume that adapted very well to my personality; I see it for daily use both day and night. On hot days the aldehydes, moss and flowers shine, and on cold days, the honey wraps you in a warm embrace, completing the beautiful composition. It lasts 6 hours and has a great trail, so just a few drops are enough.
I used it in the 90s and thought it was very rich; I’ve acquired it again and now, at 51, it seems like a scent for someone even older. Its opening is strong and deep, its projection enormous, and at the end its talcum-powdered scent that lingers on the skin after 12 hours is the sign that you were highly perfumed. A single application is more than enough for people to know you’re wearing perfume.
I bought it because it’s similar to Coco Chanel, made by the same perfumer, although this is stronger and lasts much longer on the skin, about 10 hours or more, and on hair and clothes even longer. It’s the powerful sister of Coco Chanel; Coco is a shy sister who doesn’t want to attract attention, elegant but perhaps the reformulations made it discreet and easy to wear. I highly recommend this perfume: it’s wild, untamable, captivating and sensual. Unlike Coco, this is very accessible; with the price of a 100 ml Coco ($170) you can buy 4 or 5 Divas going for around $30 on Fragrancenet.
Oh DIVA, you are so beautiful! The best in my collection, a vintage makeup scent, talcum-powdered, floral and very seductive. No wonder it was Sophia Loren’s favourite. It’s a perfume to wear with a suit, nothing casual, you dress up. I have the glass-capped bottle, beautiful. I always remember it because my grandmother used it in the 90s in her dressing table, a huge 200 ml bottle. I love DIVA; when I prepare it for special occasions I put DIVA on and she loves it. It’s elegant in the best way and I think it takes mature women to another era where they were in the flower of their life, a divine youth where all the older adults were beautiful. How nostalgic! Yes, DIVA is nostalgic, I LOVE YOU!
Describing it is impossible. It comes from that perfumed generation where a ridiculous number of notes were combined to end up with a unique and indefinable aroma. That’s what creating a perfume meant. Undeniable its retro vibe with so many clean aldehydes and very eighties, even seventies, carnations. It’s a classic, elegant without fuss, long-lasting and simple without being so. It knows how to be in any situation, everything without blinking. For some a decadent horror, for others Div-ine. It amuses me that using a well-made Chypre has become a challenge.
I bought this blind and was initially frightened, but gradually I have come to love and cherish it. Upon leaving, I notice potent aldehydes and mature nardos, like an orchestra starting without warning. In the heart, there is a myriad of difficult-to-distinguish flowers due to the amalgamated composition; a sensual, carnal rose stands out. I sense a sweet accord of opulent honey and elegance, alongside the civet that lends it animal sensuality. I have the 2024 reformulation, and although I cannot judge the exact longevity, they are powerful throughout. Dried on the skin, it smells of fine talc with roses and a slight sweet afterglow. It could not have a better name. It is for those with strong personalities, because if you do not have one, Diva will give it to you. I see it for those who do not fear vintage scents and command with sublime, mature elegance.
I bought it blind and was initially scared, but little by little I’ve learned to love and cherish it. When I first wear it, I notice powerful aldehydes and mature nardos, as if an orchestra starts without warning. In the heart, there’s an endless array of difficult-to-distinguish flowers due to the blended composition. For me, the most prominent note is a tremendously sensual and carnal rose, alongside an opulent and elegant sweet honey accord, with civet giving it animal sensuality. I have a 2024 reformulation and, although I can’t judge the exact longevity, they are powerful in every sense. Dried down, it leaves fine talcum powder with roses and a slight sweet touch. This perfume couldn’t have another name: it’s for those with strong personalities, because if not, Diva will give it to you. I see it for people who aren’t afraid of a vintage scent and overwhelm with sublime and mature elegance.
Beware, this perfume is a gem! It’s not for those who love bubblegum scents or overly sweet perfumes. If you like La Panthère de Cartier, you’ll adore Diva. Its trail and longevity are incredible; it’s sexy, strong, and characterful, nothing sappy. It clings to the skin for hours and hours; you shower and you still smell it. One or two sprays and you’re set, zero reapplication needed all day. I met it in the 90s and didn’t give it the credit it deserves; a young friend used it and I loved it but didn’t dare to try it myself. It’s never too late. I love remembering when we used classy perfumes without being called old; back then, only perfumery was appreciated, now if you don’t smell like a sweet shop you’re told you’re nobody. These gems need to return with strong advertising so new generations can rediscover this lost art. I enjoy this beauty and I depart silently…🤫
Prepare yourself, because this is a jewel not for everyone. If you prefer sugary bubblegum scents, this isn’t for you, but if you love La Panthère de Cartier, you will adore Diva. Its trail and longevity are incredible; it is very sexy and characterful, nothing sappy. It is powerful and magnetic; it clings to the skin for hours, and you can still detect it even after a shower. One or two sprays and you are set, with zero need to reapply all day. I first encountered it in the 90s and failed to appreciate its true worth; a young friend wore it and I loved it, but I didn’t dare to use it myself. It is never too late. I love remembering when we wore class perfumes without being called old; previously, only fine perfumery was appreciated, but now, if you don’t smell like bubblegum, you are told you are out of fashion. We used to want our mothers’ perfumes, but now mothers want their daughters’. It is inexplicable. These jewels need to return with strong advertising so new generations can rediscover this lost art. I enjoy this beauty, while those unwilling to open themselves to olfactory art may look elsewhere. I shall depart silently.🤫
Just picked it up and, after reading reviews comparing it to Coco Chanel, I think it has its own personality. It’s more floral than Chanel, super special and unique. I’m still exploring it, but I can already see it’s a beautiful fragrance.