Pretty
white floral up front, then floral, settling into fresh.
About
Pretty by Elizabeth Arden is a Floral fragrance for women. Pretty was launched in 2009. The nose behind this fragrance is Claude Dir. Top notes are Orange Blossom, Mandarin Orange and Peach; middle notes are Peony, Jasmine, Lily and Iris; base notes are Musk, Woody Notes and Amber. A new,…
Nose: Claude Dir
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
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 Elizabeth Arden picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Pretty smell like?
white floral up front, then floral, settling into fresh. Dominant accords: white floral, floral, fresh.
What notes are in Pretty?
Top: Orange Blossom, Mandarin Orange, Peach. Heart: Peony, Jasmine, Lily, Iris. Base: Musk, Woody Notes, Amber.
How long does Pretty last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Pretty loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Pretty best for?
Spring is the top pick (51%). Summer is second at 33%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Pretty?
Day wear leads at 89%. Night is a secondary pick at 11%.
Is Pretty for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 88% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Pretty?
Composed by Claude Dir. Released in 2009.
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