WS-SR-1993

Le Parfum

1993Men

amber up front, then sweet, settling into woody.

Le Parfum by Sonia Rykiel is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women. Le Parfum was launched in 1993. The nose behind this fragrance is Richard Ibanez. Top notes are Aldehydes, Hinoki Wood, Peach, Raspberry, Mimosa, Passionfruit, Big Strawberry, Orange and Bergamot; middle notes are White Honey, Carnation, Orris Root, Tuberose,…

amber sweet woody fruity

Nose: Richard Ibanez

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Aldehydes, Hinoki Wood, Peach, Raspberry, Mimosa, Passionfruit, Big Strawberry, Orange, Bergamot
Heart· 2–4h
White Honey, Carnation, Orris Root, Tuberose, Osmanthus, Rose, Jasmine
Drydown· 6h+
Amber, Benzoin, oak moss, Styrax, Tonka Bean, Patchouli, Vetiver, Vanille

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

71%

71%

65%

58%

53%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Fall45%Winter42%Spring8%Summer5%Night63%Day37%Wears female82%

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 perfumes for beginners — More Sonia Rykiel picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Le Parfum smell like?

amber up front, then sweet, settling into woody. Dominant accords: amber, sweet, woody.

What notes are in Le Parfum?

Top: Aldehydes, Hinoki Wood, Peach, Raspberry, Mimosa, Passionfruit, Big Strawberry, Orange, Bergamot. Heart: White Honey, Carnation, Orris Root, Tuberose, Osmanthus, Rose, Jasmine. Base: Amber, Benzoin, oak moss, Styrax, Tonka Bean, Patchouli, Vetiver, Vanille.

How long does Le Parfum last?

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

Is Le Parfum loud?

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

What season is Le Parfum best for?

Fall is the top pick (45%). Winter is second at 42%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Le Parfum?

Night wear leads at 63%. Day is a secondary pick at 37%.

Is Le Parfum for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 82% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Le Parfum?

Composed by Richard Ibanez. Released in 1993.