Girl
woody up front, then powdery, settling into violet.
About
Girl by Pharrell Williams is a Woody fragrance for women and men. Girl was launched in 2014. Girl was created by Christian Astuguevieille and Antoine Lie. Top notes are White Pepper, Lavender and Neroli; middle notes are Violet, Iris and Styrax; base notes are Vetiver, Cedar, Sandalwood and Patchouli. “There…
Noses: Antoine Lie · Christian Astuguevieille
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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 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 Pharrell Williams picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Girl smell like?
woody up front, then powdery, settling into violet. Dominant accords: woody, powdery, violet.
What notes are in Girl?
Top: White Pepper, Lavender, Neroli. Heart: Violet, Iris, Styrax. Base: Vetiver, Cedar, Sandalwood, Patchouli.
How long does Girl last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Girl loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Girl best for?
Spring is the top pick (34%). Fall is second at 33%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Girl?
Day wear leads at 69%. Night is a secondary pick at 31%.
Is Girl for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 61% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Girl?
Composed by Antoine Lie and Christian Astuguevieille. Released in 2014.
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