The Beat

This is Blake Lively's signature perfume. This perfume has a light reactive type chemical dance that happens when you spray this perfume. It has a cedar note which smells earthy and grounded. The more I have sampled this, the more I am really enjoying this perfume. The general essence of this is autumnal - there is an earthy-ness to this that is quite appealing. This perfume has a subtle sensuality to it. It isn't an "in your face" type sexiness, but something that leads with more of an earthy, out-doors type essence. This perfume is feminine, but this could also be unisex on the right man. This is a versatile fragrance, it could be worn for any number of occasions and events. This is office friendly, I don't find anything in this that would be perceived as being too heavy or overly bold. The chemical dance is very similar to what happens when I have sprayed other perfumes like "Eternity Now" by Calvin Klein, Madonna's Truth or Dare "Nude", and a softer interaction than Flower Bomb's "Nectar". The closest of these to "The Beat" would be Madonna's Truth or Dare "Nude" and "Eternity Now by CK would be a lighter almost strawberry lemonade type spring/summer blend. The cedar note in this perfume is very similar to Calvin Klein's "Beauty" - however, "Beauty" smells more spa-like and the dry down smells similar to Alien's (the original) last phases of wear. I bought a small purse size sample of this to see how this wears with my chemistry. This is nice, the more that I have worn it, the more I have enjoyed it. Another great Burberry "find"!

This is my perfect summer fragrance. I've had this a while - it's the sort of perfume that you have on the back burner, always reliably delicious, but sometimes eclipsed by other, more punchy scents. I have often thought of this as my office and daytime staple, always loved it, but it hasn't ever been one of my absolute favourites. Enter the current heatwave... this scent has been absolutely indispensable. There is both freshness and rich depth here, which is a combo all too rare in summer-appropriate perfumes. The ceylon tea note gives a deep, complex aroma that hangs around for a remarkably long time on my shirt, and it is this that really makes this perfume so great. Cardamom also gives a deep spice along with the pink pepper that raises this scent head and shoulders above my other 'summery' scents, like Elizabeth Arden Mediterranean or Calvin Klein Reveal. The depth of spice and tea makes this so flexible; fresh as a long island ice tea for daytime, but rich enough to add a little mysterious je ne sais quoi to your summer evenings. The top notes are fresh and fruity with the orange and bergamot, beautiful alongside the tea note. There's an intermittent wave of the iris, which gives a slight powdery depth, just enough to add interest and complexity. The vetiver and ceder are quiet and well blended, so I don't 'hear' these notes loudly, they just hum in the background. All in all, an impressive blend of notes that make this cool, refreshing ice tea scent an absolute must for warm weather. I have been enjoying it immensely!

I had previously written a negative review where I called this scent boring and plain, but I have changed my mind. It has grown on me and I found myself reaching for it a lot. It is a very versatile, easy-going scent. There is an underlying musty tone in it that I am finding addictive (probably the musk interacting with the cardamom?). Otherwise, it is quite a well blended composition, creamy-powdery scent, with citrus, flowers, tea, and reminds me of expensive body lotion or body milk. This ‘musty’ undertone saves it from being just another soft musky floral I think, makes it more memorable and distinctive. I still think the scent itself is pretty innocent and feminine (the bottle color reflects this well). It is not edgy like the name or marketing implies. It does smell ‘youthful’ though, like when I smell this, I imagine a sweet girl-next-door type in her 20s (but really, any age can wear this). Not particularly sophisticated, not diva, but well-rounded, comfortable and feminine (with an interesting soft-spicy touch). Longevity and sillage are both pretty moderate, nothing to shout about. I like it. I don’t know if I’ll repurchase, but I am enjoying it for now. A good one for spring, early summer, and fall, very versatile, wear it to the office, on a first date, family gatherings, brunch with the girls, etc. It’s not crisp or fresh enough for hot days, nor thick or warm enough for cold winters.

This smells like me, if you can say so, even I wouldnt call it my signature scent. Even I had so many perfumes in my wardrobe I end up using this most of the time, alone or layered. Easily the best layering scent I've had. It sits close to the skin and always need to have it. It's one of the few I can wear even I had migraine, and it makes me feel cozy and happy. I always end up having compliments when I wear, especially when layered, for some reason this + Givenchy Play got me greatest compliments and 3 guys from the office came to ask what I wear so they could buy it for their wives. I went for a while I didn't own it and now when I have it again I never want to go without again, so I guess I need to buy few bottles. I already used 4 bottles before. Interesting thing is, that I'm more chypre/rosy/spicy/oriental/gourmand/orchid-type of woman who enjoy darker and more interesting scents and always search for something special, but there is just something in it and I just love it but can't explain why.

At first, I wasn't wowed by this because it smelled so generic, but time went on and I actually found that The Beat smells much more unique and lovely when I wore it during colder months. In the winter, the cedar, oranges, and vetiver are the most prominent on me. There was something very sassy yet classy about it. I also loved how versatile it was; I can wear to work, with dresses, or with a casual outfit. (I wouldn't say it's a nigh time fragrance, though.) I also found it lasts all day on me in the fall and winter. My boyfriend has also stated that this is his favorite fragrance on me. During the summer, it's a completely different story. The Beat smelled a lot soapier and plain in the heat. Longevity was weak and it reminded me of a perfumed magazine strip. This really goes to show why I need different fragrances for different seasons. One important note: Burberry is discontinuing The Beat, so it may be a little difficult to find now.

I love The Beat. This is just one of those loveable, universal good smells. Shot to my top 5 most grabbed-for. You can wear it anywhere and it doesn't smell over the top in any direction, but it has a warm sweet n spice fresh thing I can't explain. This is a really cute, cozy, work-friendly, sweet but not TOO sweet, delicate scent. I have grown to love it based on its friendly and mellow likeable factor. Sweet tea with just a little nutty flavor and dash of spice. I need to spray on a little more of this to make it last, but then it lasts around 8 hrs. My fellow perfume lover at work wanted to know what I was wearing:) I think the touch of cardamom and pink pepper make this special. Toward the last hours of drydown, the spice factor reminds you how great this smells. Just lovely! My family really likes this one too. This one gives me something to smile about and smell- good confidence. A lovely and crowd-pleasing Burberry!

Bought a tester because of the reviews here - but is the tester EDT or parfum? Doesn't say. Doesn't matter. This perfume rocks. Attaches itself with an alcohol-sweet too-much-to-decipher explosion then quickly devolves into a warm yet light effervescence of beauty. What's in it? I'm no good at that. But this smells divine. My skin chemistry eats perfume. The best perfume is useless if it doesn't last. Putting perfume on clothes or hair for longevity - not ideal. It's the way perfume melds with one's skin which makes perfume unique otherwise we may as well all use the same scent to smell the same way. So far so good (an hour later and it smells even better!). Keep smelling my wrist and smiling. O' Happy Day!

This is just a wonderful perfume, very fresh, sweet, but not overpowering. I have the EDP, but since I bought it in 2020, I guess it's not the original composition. On first spray, the citrus dominates--lemon (not in the list, I know) and orange; then something a little harsh--kind of like the smell of an iris. But the drydown is terrific. Does nobody else else smell gin? I picture myself in a terraced restaurant overlooking a blue sea on a summer day. Since that's not happening anytime soon, I'll just take the Beat and the gin and tonic to my backyard. I consider it a light feminine scent, but I can see where it could also be unisex. Lasts for about 3 hours, but certainly dissipates as the time goes on.

I have been searching for a perfume that is very fresh but doesn't smell like soap, and The Beat is perfect. I usually don't go for the Woody/Green scents, but this one is beautiful. I wouldn't even have classified it as such when I tested it at Ulta today. I would describe it as a Fresh/Flowery scent. Some are saying that it can be worn by men also, but I disagree. To me it's actually very feminine, and there is already a men's version of it. No need to share. I purchased the 1 oz. size so I can keep it in my purse and it is so chic and adorable with the charm hanging on the side that it makes it fun to take out and freshen up with. This is my new signature. Very happy with it!

I am sooo sad this masterpiece was discontinued! I've never smelled anything as good before or since. So light, so fresh, so good! Always got compliments on it. I have a few drops of it left that I save for VERY special occasions until I can get my hands on another full bottle. I wish I could find something similar, but the closest I found is Light Blue, which is by no means a dupe but has the most similar vibe. While not necessarily the same profile I also get a similar vibe from almost the entire Liis collection, so depending on your taste you might want to sample some of those if you miss this one of a kind scent.

I actually smelled this perfume on a total stranger but had to ask her what it was since I basically fell in lovee with it. Then finally I purchased it and I got alot of compliments on it! The smell is fresh and floral and a little citrusy. I usally carry it in my purse and spray it every 3 hours. But it can easily be smelled when I walk into a room or flip my hair. It is really sticks to your clothes and the longetivty is pretty good . It is definettly my signature scent and I love it. Its the type of perfume you just cant get enough of! So basically I would definetly recomend this perfume it is one of my faves.

This is my signature scent. It is light and natural. It is refreshing, yet warm and comforting. Not overpowering. My friends always say how good it smells (I spritz the EDP on the back of my neck so my hair whips the scent around). The sensation is young, ambition, flirty, and innocent. I think the key to finding your signature scent is not trying to adapt yourself to the scent, but finding the scent that adapts to you--as this scent does for me. People say that this perfume smells like me, as it should be one with the person who wears it and represents their personality, energy, and essence. I love this scent.

I love all Burberry perfumes and they all smell a bit same: very expensive :) The beat opens with citrus notes mixed up with cardamom (which could be perceived as harsh by some) and it's all very sparkly and uplifting. The heart is beautiful and sweet (not modern gag-reflex sweet, nice-sweet very expensive sweet)with this gorgeous note of iris (white iris to be precise) which stays all the way through dry down. The longevity is very good, I'd say 8 to 10 hours on skin and more than 20 on hair (but then of course it washes off during a shower). I'd recommend this scent to anyone.

I get this without much thinking, it's wonderful fragrance. People on work always ask me what am i wearing and i say Burberry the beat why? They all said they like this one a lot and that kind of surprised me because didn't think it is something special or people will like this so much. Now 5 people went and bough this too and mine is almost empty so i will go and repurchase too. Very long lasting on me and even in afternoons people still smell this on even if i can't. Go and check it out!!! 8/10

Foolishly gifted myself this gift early, before I realized my husband smelled it at Macy's and thought of me as well, so I have 2 1.7oz bottles of this perfume. Great that I'm in love with the spicy wonder of this fragrance. A little goes a long way, but a lot even better. I really get the pink pepper & Iris of this scent. With a small citrus kick that I love every day, all year long. The suede tassel on this sexy little bottle is a nice classy touch along with the classic Burberry tartan print.

I decided last year to buy this perfume for summer. I think this is a marvellous summer scent, powdery but not too heavy and like a love child of Rihanna's Nude (vanilla and flowers) with the slighty green tang of Boss Woman. The woodsy base is stronger though, and it comes through right from the start. It's the only one of the Burberry line I like and wear. It can be worn everyday during summer and autumn, but I feel that the middle notes disappear a bit soon for an Eau de Parfum.

TRULY one of the most unique fragrances ever! There is absolutely no other fragrance/brand that smells like Burberry The Beat. It is one of my absolute favorites. It is so well blended and again just unique smelling. One of my favorite notes in fragrances is pink pepper and the pink pepper you can definitely smell in this and i LOVE that about it. If you want something unique that you can wear all seasons, all occasions, i would recommend this. 9/10 fragrance!

This one works SO well in Spring! It's May now and I've been wearing The Beat religiously. With the green sweetness it goes perfectly with warmer weather and windy days help with sillage. It's energizing and full of character, uplifting, with bergamot and cardamom boosting the fresh notes. The base is lovely, quite strong and warm. It makes me look forward to putting it on the next morning.

The BEST tea fragrance - ever. And discontinued 😭 I smell the wonderful tea mixed with the warm cardamom and the fresh bergamot. The musky and woody dry down is nothing less then stunning. What a genious concoction. Sometimes we discover the hidden beauty of something a little too late 😐 But I maneged to hoard three precious bottles at a horrific expensive price. They will be cherished ❤️

I fell in love with her at the first sight. It is very lady but definitely the pink pepper adds some more character to this perfume. I really like the poster which explains everything. Famine, modern, independent, gentle and charming~ 我能想象,在都市的叢林中,有這樣的女孩,獨立、偶爾會強勢,但是也通人情實力圓融招人喜愛;率直,純真,堅持自我,偶爾有點小叛逆,不過更懂得如何愛自己和自己愛的人;喜歡時尚,充滿活力,在Party中閃耀光芒,但是獨處時,也喜愛和心靈對話,沉淀、反思。 這樣的你,會和我一樣喜歡這款香水的~