Lovely
woody up front, then musky, settling into lavender.
About
Lovely by Sarah Jessica Parker is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. Lovely was launched in 2005. Lovely was created by Clement Gavarry and Laurent Le Guernec. Top notes are Lavender, Martini, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange and Palisander Rosewood; middle notes are Patchouli, Orchid and Narcissus; base notes are Musk,…
Noses: Clement Gavarry · Laurent Le Guernec
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Lavender, Martini, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Palisander Rosewood
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 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 Sarah Jessica Parker picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Lovely smell like?
woody up front, then musky, settling into lavender. Dominant accords: woody, musky, lavender.
What notes are in Lovely?
Top: Lavender, Martini, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Palisander Rosewood. Heart: Patchouli, Orchid, Narcissus. Base: Musk, Woodsy Notes, Cedar, White Amber.
How long does Lovely last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Lovely loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Lovely best for?
Spring is the top pick (37%). Fall is second at 25%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Lovely?
Day wear leads at 76%. Night is a secondary pick at 24%.
Is Lovely for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 70% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Lovely?
Composed by Clement Gavarry and Laurent Le Guernec. Released in 2005.
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