Paloma Picasso by Paloma Picasso — Notes & Longevity

WS-PP-1984

1984Men

woody up front, then musky, settling into floral.

Paloma Picasso by Paloma Picasso is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women. Paloma Picasso was launched in 1984. The nose behind this fragrance is Francis Bocris. Top notes are Carnation, Coriander, Rose, Angelica, Neroli, Bergamot and Amalfi Lemon; middle notes are Patchouli, Hyacinth, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang and Mimosa; base notes are…

woody musky floral earthy

Nose: Francis Bocris

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Carnation, Coriander, Rose, Angelica, Neroli, Bergamot, Amalfi Lemon
Heart· 2–4h
Patchouli, Hyacinth, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Mimosa
Drydown· 6h+
oak moss, Civetta, Castoreum, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Musk, Amber

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

93%

78%

70%

67%

63%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Fall39%Winter38%Spring14%Summer9%Night67%Day33%Wears female44%

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 date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Paloma Picasso picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Paloma Picasso smell like?

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

What notes are in Paloma Picasso?

Top: Carnation, Coriander, Rose, Angelica, Neroli, Bergamot, Amalfi Lemon. Heart: Patchouli, Hyacinth, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Mimosa. Base: oak moss, Civetta, Castoreum, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Musk, Amber.

How long does Paloma Picasso last?

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

Is Paloma Picasso loud?

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

What season is Paloma Picasso best for?

Fall is the top pick (39%). Winter is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Paloma Picasso?

Night wear leads at 67%. Day is a secondary pick at 33%.

Is Paloma Picasso for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 44% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Paloma Picasso?

Composed by Francis Bocris. Released in 1984.