
So Pretty
woody up front, then powdery, settling into earthy.
About
So Pretty by Cartier is a Floral Green fragrance for women. So Pretty was launched in 1995. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean Guichard. Top notes are Blackberry, Peach, Neroli, Bergamot and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Rose, Iris, Orris Root, Orchid, Lily-of-the-Valley and Jasmine; base notes are Oakmoss,…
Nose: Jean Guichard
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- 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 perfumes for beginners — More Cartier picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does So Pretty smell like?
woody up front, then powdery, settling into earthy. Dominant accords: woody, powdery, earthy.
What notes are in So Pretty?
Top: Blackberry, Peach, Neroli, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Rose, Iris, Orris Root, Orchid, Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine. Base: Oakmoss, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Musk, Benzoin, Cedar.
How long does So Pretty last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is So Pretty loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is So Pretty best for?
Fall is the top pick (33%). Spring is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for So Pretty?
Day wear leads at 59%. Night is a secondary pick at 41%.
Is So Pretty for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 82% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made So Pretty?
Composed by Jean Guichard. Released in 1995.
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