WS-A-2001

Little Black Dress

2001Men

white floral up front, then floral, settling into fruity.

Little Black Dress by Avon is a Oriental fragrance for women. Little Black Dress was launched in 2001. The nose behind this fragrance is Barbara Zoebelein. Top notes are Cyclamen, Coriander, African Ginger, Apricot Blossom and Honeysuckle; middle notes are Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Gardenia, Pink Peony and Datura; base notes are…

white floral floral fruity woody

Nose: Barbara Zoebelein

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Cyclamen, Coriander, African Ginger, Apricot Blossom, Honeysuckle
Heart· 2–4h
Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Gardenia, Pink Peony, Datura
Drydown· 6h+
Japanese Plum, Sandalwood, Musk, Tonka Bean, Woody Notes

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

78%

72%

69%

61%

49%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Fall38%Winter34%Spring18%Summer10%Night56%Day44%Wears female84%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best date night perfumes — Community votes lean evening wear.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Little Black Dress smell like?

white floral up front, then floral, settling into fruity. Dominant accords: white floral, floral, fruity.

What notes are in Little Black Dress?

Top: Cyclamen, Coriander, African Ginger, Apricot Blossom, Honeysuckle. Heart: Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Gardenia, Pink Peony, Datura. Base: Japanese Plum, Sandalwood, Musk, Tonka Bean, Woody Notes.

How long does Little Black Dress last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Little Black Dress loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Little Black Dress best for?

Fall is the top pick (38%). Winter is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Little Black Dress?

Night wear leads at 56%. Day is a secondary pick at 44%.

Is Little Black Dress for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 84% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Little Black Dress?

Composed by Barbara Zoebelein. Released in 2001.