WS-EL-1985

Beautiful

1985Men

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

Beautiful by Estée Lauder is a Floral fragrance for women. Beautiful was launched in 1985. Beautiful was created by Sophia Grojsman, Bernard Chant and Max Gavarry. Top notes are Galbanum, Rose, Lily, Black Currant, Fruity Notes, Cassia, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot and Lemon; middle notes are Tuberose, Carnation, Marigold, Mimosa, Narcissus,…

floral white floral aromatic green

Noses: Sophia Grojsman · Bernard Chant · Max Gavarry

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Galbanum, Rose, Lily, Black Currant, Fruity Notes, Cassia, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Lemon
Heart· 2–4h
Tuberose, Carnation, Marigold, Mimosa, Narcissus, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Chamomile, Lily-of-the-Valley, Geranium, Magnolia, Orange Blossom, Lilac, Freesia, Pink Violet, Sage, Neroli
Drydown· 6h+
Sandalwood, Amber, Vetiver, Musk, Cedar, Vanilla

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

85%

85%

63%

52%

47%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Spring33%Fall26%Winter21%Summer20%Day62%Night38%Wears female81%

Skin 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 Estée Lauder picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Beautiful smell like?

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

What notes are in Beautiful?

Top: Galbanum, Rose, Lily, Black Currant, Fruity Notes, Cassia, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Lemon. Heart: Tuberose, Carnation, Marigold, Mimosa, Narcissus, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Chamomile, Lily-of-the-Valley, Geranium, Magnolia, Orange Blossom, Lilac, Freesia, Pink Violet, Sage, Neroli. Base: Sandalwood, Amber, Vetiver, Musk, Cedar, Vanilla.

How long does Beautiful last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Beautiful loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Beautiful best for?

Spring is the top pick (33%). Fall is second at 26%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Beautiful?

Day wear leads at 62%. Night is a secondary pick at 38%.

Is Beautiful for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 81% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Beautiful?

Composed by Sophia Grojsman and Bernard Chant and Max Gavarry. Released in 1985.