London
white floral up front, then citrus, settling into fruity.
About
London by Burberry is a Floral fragrance for women. London was launched in 2006. London was created by Dominique Ropion and Jean-Marc Chaillan. Top notes are Honeysuckle, Tangerine and Rose; middle notes are Jasmine, Tiare Flower, Peony and Clementine; base notes are Musk, Sandalwood and Patchouli. This fragrance is indispensible…
Noses: Dominique Ropion · Jean-Marc Chaillan
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin 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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Burberry picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does London smell like?
white floral up front, then citrus, settling into fruity. Dominant accords: white floral, citrus, fruity.
What notes are in London?
Top: Honeysuckle, Tangerine, Rose. Heart: Jasmine, Tiare Flower, Peony, Clementine. Base: Musk, Sandalwood, Patchouli.
How long does London last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is London loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is London best for?
Fall is the top pick (37%). Spring is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for London?
Day wear leads at 71%. Night is a secondary pick at 29%.
Is London for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 74% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made London?
Composed by Dominique Ropion and Jean-Marc Chaillan. Released in 2006.
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