Elle L’aime by Lolita Lempicka

Only the myrrh reaches me; it smells as if I lit incense at home and brought it on me. I detect absolutely no citrus or coconut, nothing. I don’t understand. In summer, I’d only wear it at night; by day, it could kill anyone who got too close. Still, I like it, but I would have loved to feel what the majority feel 🥺

I saw many reviews and bought it. I loved it; a well-defined citrus opening, a unique scent, very Lolita. Gradually, it transports you to the beach; the coconut is very natural, sweet in just the right measure. Longevity on me was excellent; it didn’t leave until I took a shower.

As others said, it’s unconventional. On my skin, the first thing is ylang-ylang with lemon, though it doesn’t sound green to me, but yellow. This phase lasts about two hours and then becomes creamier (I think it’s the coconut, although I don’t feel it directly). It’s sweet and at times reminds me of sunscreen. In fact, it’s a bit like Yves Rocher’s milk sunscreen or Tahiti’s Monoï lotion; they’re not the same, I’m just saying it’s that type of aroma. Projection is medium and longevity is 6 to 8 hours.

I gave it to my wife last summer; she loves perfumes with coconut that you can tell. It was a total failure; she didn’t like it at all, and I don’t blame myself either. Honestly, it smells like an older lady’s perfume to me; I only detect the base notes and the myrrh a lot. I’ve seen reviews saying it smells like santería, and I perceive it that way. Great longevity and sillage; it fills the room immediately, ending up like a bathroom air freshener, and luckily it ran out.

To me, it smells like entering a santería; I regularly fumigate my home, and it smells exactly like fumigating with myrrh. At first, you feel the coconut (very real, it smells like shredded coconut), but then it fades and leaves a powdery trail. It’s for winter, but I keep fumigating my house, and clothes will get the same results as this perfume… myrrh, vanilla, and green lime in that order; that’s what it smells like. High sillage, moderate winter longevity, and for night. At first, it’s very sweet, but after an hour, the sweetness mellows and leaves just the right amount of sweetness. This review is from winter or cold, humid weather. EDIT: I bought it in summer. CHANGE: with the heat, you feel the coconut, and the ylang-ylang is a creamy, intense coconut, with a sweet but not cloying woody base. Even with the bottle closed and unused, my room fills with the perfume’s scent. I don’t feel the citrus at all. The lighter, less durable version of this perfume is Hollister Wave 2; the coconut note is almost identical.

I’m testing this in winter and from the very beginning, I detect a candied sandalwood reminiscent of Ultraviolet (which is a compliment!), blended with very soft coconut and ylang-ylang notes. For now, the sandalwood dominates, but I wore it in summer and then I felt more complexity and that ambient warmth.

It’s the only Lempicka I own and I love it. I bought it blindly on sale because it was coconut-scented and thought it would be obvious that I’d like it. Said and done! I love its coconut scent, very subtle, nothing synthetic, sweet but not cloying. I recommend it to anyone who likes the smell of sunscreen but with a more sensual touch. The only flaw is that on me it lasts little, no more than 3 hours. Everything else is perfect.

I’m so fed up not being able to wear this perfume. Looking at the notes and reviews, I thought I’d love it and it would be one of my favourites; I adore coconut and vanilla, but the first and second time I wore it, it gave me nausea and discomfort. I don’t know which note I couldn’t stand, whether it was the combination or my pH. I had to gift it to a friend and hope it works chemically with her.

I don’t know if it’s my fault or if it seems they reformulated it. The last time I used it was last winter and I finished two bottles; I loved its intense coconut scent, perfect for winter. Today I used it again (I bought a new 40ml bottle) and it was a tremendous surprise and disappointment: it didn’t smell of coconut. I only felt the citrus and after 3 hours I barely perceived any coconut. It was very sad.

A great discovery within Lempicka, a house that had already caught my attention but I couldn’t decide on any star. This one, although less known, has nothing to envy and, like almost all its range, has a very good price. On my skin it’s warm and enveloping, although contradictorily it could seem fresh to others. The opening is citrusy with a strong presence of lime. Then the coconut enters, juicy and elegant, nothing gourmand or cloying. Finally the vanilla and sandalwood, which give it the warm touch. Elle L’Aime is coquettish and sweet without being cloying, perfect for summer days and nights (it transports me to a sunset by the sea). It’s not a great creation, but it has its audience and for summer it’s perfect. I’ve received many compliments; even they told me I smell like lemon cake. Who doesn’t like that? Mmmmm 🙂

Elle L’aime is for those of us who love citrus with that sweet touch of vanilla and coconut; it goes beyond the typical summer/beach vibe. Everything is meticulously crafted, nothing coarse, everything fits perfectly without clashing, giving a youthful yet elegant air. It opens with tempered bergamot and neroli, accented by a lovely lime that’s almost sweet and tart. Suddenly, a coconut note enters that isn’t sticky or cheesy (with a hint of ylang), carving its path with charisma and elegance, creating a beautiful sparkle. Then comes the vanilla with its sandalwood, adding a tropical tone without losing solidity or ending up like cheap self-tanner. It’s a sunny, consistent perfume for looking polished in the heat. The value for money is brilliant, far superior to many that cost triple. What sometimes a perfume brings with its simple execution. Thanks, Rebecavpf.

Buy blind too, in my case the eau de parfum. And I like it a lot! It is indeed a different aroma, so I wouldn’t recommend buying it without trying, even though it worked out well for me. It’s odd because the lemon is very present, but the coconut and vanilla give it so much warmth. A contradictory perfume, warm and fresh at the same time. As if the citrus and oriental parts were fighting for the spotlight all the time. It seems the notes don’t blend, but it works: it smells very good. The opening is very citrusy and you can smell the coconut, and as time passes the lemon softens (though it doesn’t disappear), the coconut intensifies and is adorned with white flowers that keep it fresh. Have I said yet that I like it? The longevity is excellent: from 7 to 19 and it’s still going. The trail is good at the start, but not brutal. I’d use it in any season except winter, but only because of the lemon (I don’t like citrus when it’s cold; I don’t know why). Oh!, the bottle is gorgeous. I’ll love to try the eau de toilette. I don’t know if they share notes and could be very different. Wish Fragrantica distinguished them for more appropriate reviews. In short, a pleasant surprise. Original, distinctive, and paradoxical perfume. And at a great price. Edit: Fragrantica now distinguishes between ‘toilette’ and ‘parfum’. The first is L L’aime, and the eau de parfum is Elle L’aime. The bottles are identical.

Elle L’aime is a good return to the brand after my disappointment with L’eau Jolie. Offering special aromas as always. It’s a burst of summer on the beaches of Camboriú, Brazil. A simple fusion between vanilla, coconut and citrus that evokes the sea breezes of the east. A memory of the scent of sunscreen, fresh fruits and that tan line on a small child’s waist. It starts with a dominant coconut with friendly and subtle citrus, giving an essence of release, relaxation and freshness. A jasmine that went on a romantic vacation with the vanilla (and they intend to make love on the beach) accentuates the discreet sweetness and gives way to an oriental conclusion, essential in Lolita Lempicka (myrrh is the standout, so the vanilla will have a smoky touch). Elle L’aime is the quintessence of summer. The fragrance of adolescent coquetry, of suggestively licked ice lollipops, of sunscreen running down arched backs from the sensation of cold, of scented self-tanner on thighs and knees, and of course, lecherous glances towards specimens of the opposite sex (or the same? Diversity exists and I support it). It can be something ‘inappropriate’ in exaggerated proportions and a blunder in cold climates, but still, it’s a splendid perfume. With excellent resistance to heat, delicious longevity and moderate trail. It’s the ideal presentation of Lempicka for suffocating and sweaty seasons.

Splendid perfume for olfactory palates that enjoy unconventional and non-commercial aromas. The coconut is felt very deeply, but it’s not a synthetic smell like hand soap or moisturiser. It’s a powdery coconut, with a spicy spark that makes it fun and cheerful. The jasmine opens delicately between the coconut and finally they make this perfume a splendid option for summer and spring, for those evening walks or afternoons shopping by the sea. It’s not a fresh perfume, but has presence without being overwhelming. Ideal if you’re looking for a youthful and cheerful scent that has character and is distinctive. Wonderful.

An ideal fragrance for summer and seaside environments, or to feed the imagination of such scenarios. On my skin it stands out a sweet coconut (coquito or coconut kiss) that isn’t cloying (well!), the powdery sweetness of a subtle ylang-ylang note with a touch of myrrh powder, neroli and very soft vanilla. Other notes that stand out, like the lemon, go almost unnoticed on my skin. For me, it’s pretty and very pleasant, since I’m passionate about the sea, I love coconut and other ingredients; this fragrance evokes very pleasant sensations. On the other hand, it’s very feminine and delicate. Projection and trail aren’t its strengths; it functions more as an aromatic veil that melts into the skin as time goes on. Definitely not a fragrance to conquer strangers’ noses 🙂 I consider it for personal enjoyment and those closest to you. Personally, it makes me feel lovely and very comfortable… I like it.