Heliotrope by Etro
Men Women 1989
Description
Heliotrope by Etro is an oriental floral fragrance for men and women. Launched in 1989, this composition features top notes of almond, orange blossom, petit grain and bergamot; a heart of heliotrope, iris, ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose; and a base of vanilla, tonka bean, balsam of Peru, Peru balsam and musk.
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Key notes
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Top
almond
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Heart
heliotrope
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Base
vanilla
Community
1,574 votes
- Positive 82%
- Negative 12%
- Neutral 6.9%
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About Heliotrope
Heliotrope by Etro is an oriental floral fragrance for men and women. Launched in 1989, this composition features top notes of almond, orange blossom, petit grain and bergamot; a heart of heliotrope, iris, ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose; and a base of vanilla, tonka bean, balsam of Peru, Peru balsam and musk.
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
469 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
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Character
Leading answer Traditionally feminine
329 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
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WRAPPED IN ALMOND POWDER MEMORIES. Another olfactory ‘flashback’ that came with me alongside the body milk. When I tried Heliotrope in the perfumerie, it was like opening a drawer from the past and finding intact the Gal Perfumada Vaseline, the pink tub of old. That powdery and creamy scent I hadn’t smelled in years, but which suddenly brought me back to childhood: to the winters covering my face before seeing the snow, or waiting for the Three Wise Men amidst the cold. Heliotrope is that embrace in the form of a fragrance that floats in the air long after it has evaporated. A talc-like aroma evoking an ointment with almonds, rose, and heliotrope, perfect for drifting off to sleep as if rocked by a lullaby, wrapped in nostalgia and comfort.
Wrapped in almond powder memories: another fragrant ‘flashback’ that accompanied me alongside the body milk. When I tried Heliotrope in the perfumerie, it was like opening a drawer from the past and finding intact the scent of Gal Perfumada Vaseline, that old pink tub. That powdery, creamy aroma I hadn’t smelled in years, but which suddenly transported me back to childhood: to the winters when my mother would apply a protective layer before I went out into the snow, or while we waited for the Three Kings amidst the hustle and the cold. Heliotrope is that embrace in the form of a fragrance that lingers in the air long after it has evaporated. A talc-like scent evoking an almond, rose, and heliotrope ointment, perfect for drifting off to sleep as if rocked by a lullaby, wrapped in nostalgia and comfort. 🍀
Absolute delight for almond lovers in fragrances. It is a divine absolute of almond, heliotrope, and a hint of liquor, with an accidentally fermented but very subtle touch, without excess. I tested it before bed and woke up with it intact. More than 8 hours of performance, and that is only Eau de Toilette. Excellent quality. There is nothing more to say; I recommend it if you are into almond perfumes.
For almond lovers, this is a divine absolute: almond, heliotrope, and a touch of liquor, with a very subtle accidental fermentation and no excesses. I tested it before sleeping and woke up with the perfume intact; it lasted over 8 hours being only Eau de Toilette. The quality is excellent. If you like almond perfumes, I recommend it without hesitation.
It is fantastic: an almond bathed in licorish vanilla with a flow of yellow thorn. For me, that is exactly what it is. I have the EDT and it has the longevity of an EDP, lasting over 6 hours on skin. It is an excellent purchase; it is strong and noticeable, not suitable for those seeking soft and boring perfumes.
I have sniffed it several times on blotter and on skin. I liked it very much but ultimately did not take it with me. It is sweet and serious; sweet but not like a sweet shop, it has a more regal air. At times it becomes rough in its scent; it is a bitter almond. It has good longevity and sillage. I think it was what I liked most from Etro, alongside Dianthus, although Dianthus was less perceptible.
I have been looking for years for the perfume that would match that Etro body milk I was gifted, which I adored for being sweet, delicate, and almond-scented without being cloying. Coincidentally, I found the Heliotrope description and it is exactly what I wanted. Although I know nothing of its performance, I am sure it is the fragrance of that milk. It has notes of vanillic, powdery heliotrope, like a dense almond milk or vanillic playdough, yet not coarse or dirty; it has musky nuances and the almond seems more like its shell, floury and woody, with a sombre and sensual finish thanks to the balsam of Peru and Tolu. I want to try it now!