WS-EL-1978

White Linen

1978Men

floral up front, then fresh, settling into woody.

White Linen by Estée Lauder is a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women. White Linen was launched in 1978. The nose behind this fragrance is Sophia Grojsman. Top notes are Aldehydes, Lemon and Peach; middle notes are Hyacinth, Carnation, Lily-of-the-Valley, Rose, Lilac, Iris, Jasmine, Orris, Violet, Ylang-Ylang and Orchid; base notes…

floral fresh woody aldehydic

Nose: Sophia Grojsman

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Aldehydes, Lemon, Peach
Heart· 2–4h
Hyacinth, Carnation, Lily-of-the-Valley, Rose, Lilac, Iris, Jasmine, Orris, Violet, Ylang-Ylang, Orchid
Drydown· 6h+
Oakmoss, Vetiver, Cedar, Sandalwood, Benzoin, Honey, Amber, Tonka Bean

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

78%

75%

74%

59%

52%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Spring38%Summer27%Fall19%Winter16%Day78%Night22%Wears female59%

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 perfumes for beginners — More Estée Lauder picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does White Linen smell like?

floral up front, then fresh, settling into woody. Dominant accords: floral, fresh, woody.

What notes are in White Linen?

Top: Aldehydes, Lemon, Peach. Heart: Hyacinth, Carnation, Lily-of-the-Valley, Rose, Lilac, Iris, Jasmine, Orris, Violet, Ylang-Ylang, Orchid. Base: Oakmoss, Vetiver, Cedar, Sandalwood, Benzoin, Honey, Amber, Tonka Bean.

How long does White Linen last?

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

Is White Linen loud?

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

What season is White Linen best for?

Spring is the top pick (38%). Summer is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for White Linen?

Day wear leads at 78%. Night is a secondary pick at 22%.

Is White Linen for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 59% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made White Linen?

Composed by Sophia Grojsman. Released in 1978.