Elie Saab Le Parfum Eau de Toilette

There are some perfume brands which make me fall in love and I just must get them all, doesn't matter, if I already have one version of the scent. And Elie Saab is one of those brands (along with TM Alien, Feeries by Van Cleef & Arpels etc.). First I bought Elie Saab Le parfum EdP, then Couture, then Intense, but I still kept dreaming of EdT (just tried to convince myself not to buy, because of all the Saabs I already have). But I couldn't resist anymore... And I'm happy! Of course, the perfume keeps the original vibe, all that sweet honey and aromatic flower melody, but the EdT has its own personality (let's say so) too. It opens with a fresh, even citrus hug. I was ready to swear there was a bit of a juicy orange present (and then I red about the mandarin blossom). And this mandarin blossom is gorgeous! It makes the scent more summer friendly, fresher, more transparent, slightly bitter too. A bit of juiciness to all that delicious, thick honey composition. I think this perfume is also milder, maybe even more feminine than EdP, if that's possible (there's no patchouli, no cedar in it, but more flower notes). It reminds me a warm, calm summer evening after a really hot and sunny day. The flowers are smelling more intense, the wind is waking up, the last sun rays are caressing my skin and the night is coming and releasing all my desires...

Two things stand out in my mind when I wear this: 1- when you really love something, it's hard to describe it. The notes, the feeling, the admiration. I can't describe this too well beyond that I love it. 2- some perfumes smell like clean, out of the package toilet paper. I read this somewhere here as a review of I forget which fragrance. So weird, right? But I get a hint of that in this, my summer signature. Clean, uplifting and soft (but not mushy!). When I had samples of this and the EDP, I sprayed one on each arm and had my darling sister and my loving husband smell and tell me which one they liked best, if at all. My sister gasped and said "that is your signature!" when she smelled the EDT. My husband agreed it was the better of the two. I was hoping for the EDP, in theory, because it has the stronger honey note, at least in the description and votes here. But it is true that this dries down to an even more complex scent than the EDP which remains quite linear on me. And a surprise to me is that I think the Rose is more pronounced in this EDT form. I crave it. Even if I use a different scent for the day, I always spray this in the evenings, just for me. It makes me happy, and it relaxes me. I never want to be without it. (I doubt if I'll even say that whole toilet paper bit to anyone else, but hope it's understood here, lol!).

For better or worse, this is the one that started my perfume obsession. Before I found this perfume, I had a couple of bottles that I used occasionally, but knew next to nothing about perfume - notes, composition etc. I was wandering around duty-free in the airport and the sales assistant sprayed this on my wrist, and it was love at first sniff, it was the most beautiful scent I had ever come across and I wanted to buy it right away. The only problem was that my flight was a domestic one that landed in the international terminal, so they wouldn't sell me anything in the duty-free shop. I was devastated, but it prompted me to start searching for online perfume shops, which in turn led me here to Fragrantica(good for my perfume education, terrible for my bank balance). I have since added dozens of perfumes to my collection, but I have a special fondness for this one, my signature. The orange blossom takes centre stage on my skin, well balanced with the honey note. I get zero rose from this one fortunately, I find rose can be very hit-or-miss. The projection is moderate but can fade fairly quickly. I have to resist the temptation to overspray, as too much can be overpowering and it loses some of its subtlety. It is perfect to wear outside in the sun on a warm spring day - in a pretty dress, glass of champagne in hand.

I believe this is my 2nd review. Mmmmmmmmmmmm-This is PURE sophistication in a bottle! Thanks to fragrantica, I found another love! The sweetest, strongest, longest wearing, and heaviest in sillage fragrance in my wardrobe. I tend to fall in-love with only floral/fruity/fresh/woody fragrances, and this has been the ONLY sweet exception since Incanto Charms in 2010 & Escada's Rockin' Rio in 2004. I gravitate towards this one in autumn, winter, and spring. I like to wear it when I'm all dressed up. One shouldn't be allowed to wear this in a t-shirt and jeans...it DESERVES more respect than that. If you REALLY feel like you have to wear jeans when you choose to wear this, then wear them snug fitting, and throw on some stiletto boots or some pretty strappy sandals, some jewelry (mentioned especially for those that aren't used to wearing any) and you will KILL it! I take a whiff from the bottle when I miss it. It gave me a headache while riding in a cab for 25 minutes on 2 different occasions, but that hasn't stopped me from wearing it! I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE THIS AND I REFUUUUUSE TO LET A MILD HEADACHE TURN ME AWAY FROM THIS BEAUTY AND HEAVEN OF A SCENT-MY GOODNESSSSSSS!!!!!! It will always remain in my top 5!!!!! It is just THAT good, guys!

At second test I was taken by this scent. The EdP is way too heavy, round and ladylike for me. It screams: "I'm a rich lady and everyone please look at me!!" The first orange blossom notes are so good, but the honey note afterwards makes it hard to breath the air around. A little bit like in L'Occitane Neroli. The here comes the EdT... a lot more breathable with a pleasant frizzy effect in the opening, still lovely orange blossom taken to an octave higher like windchimes, the honey again but not that thick honey that turns into stale on my skin and clench my trought with nausea. Very feminine, young at heart, yet classy and elegant, it smells like a young lady walking in beautifully cared gardens wearing white silks. There is far echo of Givenchy Organza but only in the vibe. There is an even farer echo of Coco Mademoiselle, which I loathe and cannot stand, without its arrogance. On my skin it becomes sweeter but not sticky. I had it sprayed on a card and my bag is now beuatifully perfumed! I suggest trying before buying because it gives me a feeling that it could change considerely on different chemistries.

I love all the elie saab fragrances i have tested til now,le parfum intense is my best but this orangy floral soul purifying scent is my first and best choice for spring,it smells just like spring but it wearable year round in mild temperature It starts with fresh orange and rose and follows by it's creamy floral heart, soft orange blossom and gardenia sweetened by honey,a modern floral with enough citrus freshness and enough sweetness,depth and personality It is bright,sweet,femminine,truely beautiful,a true compliment getter,lots of men and women are gonna ask about your lovely perfume, it's also very versatile, great for office and date,even a lovely bride perfume, longevity and sillage are more than moderate, If you want to smell ladylike, elegant, clean,youthful and sexy the same time go for it,it's very simple and unique the same time,it also can make a great gift for a young,classy lady There are some fragrances I recommend everyone, this one and elie saab couture are my biggest spring recommendations ❤❤❤❤❤

Aside from the EDP, this is my hands-down-full-stop favourite EDT of all time. Even when up against Elizabeth Taylor's Diamonds and Sapphires (my spring-summer everyday) and Elizabeth and James' Nirvana Black (my Year-Round, anyday-everyday), this comes out on top. I have been obsessed with it since I recieved a sample back in 2011 at the launch of the first Sephora store in my province. I've wanted, no, LUSTED after this ever since. And I finally got it about a month ago for $50 at Marshalls (a STEAL!) and I admit I love it as much now as I did then, I am almost terrified to wear it and use it up, but I know if I don't it's going to go off (the sample I got in 2011 went off in about 3 years). Utterly recommend it to anyone who is serious about their scents. Or someone who wants a perfume that seems to almost smell like a story. This would be a perfect scent for a wedding or anniversary or any really *special* occasion. But for now, I'll stick to spraying it when I'm home alone and can't choke anyone out with it.

Just like Elie Saab dresses Le Parfum is a beautifully designed white floral. My mum used to have flowering orange tree and this fragrance indeed reminds me of it. During spring there would be a wonderful scent lingering in the air at night but at the same time it wasn't too strong or overpowering. I alsways stopped next to that tree for a minute to enjoy it. I think Elie recreated that feeling well :) I get a hint of cool sharpness when it settles on my skin which adds this scent a bit more character. I like wearing it with dresses or tailored skirts and blouses. I find it is perfect for summer and spring nights, just like orange blossom it shines better when the weather slightly cools down. It is lovely and light enough during the day too but I found it doesn't last as long when the sun is shining and you skin is hot. It has moderate siliage and it lasted about 5-6 hours on me at night.

GORGEOUS! I first bought the EDP. I love it. I find the EDP is easy to wear in the fall/winter and especially in February and March when it is cold and I am craving spring. HOWEVER - the EDT -- it is all the beauty of the EDP; a gorgeous scent but with zero patchouli. The EDT is good ANYTIME and especially in the summer. Don't be fooled by EDT and think it this will be weak and won't last. It does and won't disappoint! The dominant note is beautiful orange and mandarine blossoms, followed by honey and gardenia. The rose is very subtle, and the vetiver gives it a dryness keeping it from being an overly sweet candied floral and adding just the right depth. Elie Saab Le Parfum EDT is elegant and feminine. The Nose behind this fragrance, Francis Kurkdijan, is a master of blending divine scents and captured heaven in a bottle for Elie Saab.

In theory this is ultra-feminine and no guy should wear this. I don’t want to scare any ladies by claiming this is unisex or masculine because this is anything but. This is a clean, sparking, effervescent flowery beauty that every woman should give a try. However, I wore this on a fluke one day and I got a ton of compliments. I even asked one woman who commented if she felt I smelt feminine at all and she replied “no, you just smell GOOD”. Looking at the notes maybe my skin brings out the vetiver and turns the orange blossom into straight citrus. On me it has a clean, soapy just out of the shower feel. Again, I am talking about the EDT. I have not tried the EDP and something tells me it won’t work as well on me because the vetiver note is absent. Anyway this is now my secret and I’ll just keep wearing it and taking in the compliments.

I found my bottle of Elie Saab Le Parfum EdT at the TJ Maxx in a gift set with the body lotion. There was only one left and I snapped it up whilst looking around just in case someone grabbed it before me. All my loves in one place, orange blossom, rose and gardenia. I adore this one for so many reasons and the main reason is how it is masterfully blended. I can't really pick out any singular notes, but I think I have fallen in love with vetiver. I've smelled vetiver in other perfumes and did not like it one bit. BUT this dry down is to absolute die for and I think it's the vetiver. On my skin, I get the spiciest, sexiest, rich, deep scent. Also, I never ever get compliments, but this one does. BOY OH BOY! I've found my ultimate perfume love, finally. All in all, if you see this at TJ Maxx, buy it. It is worth every penny.

I struggle to put what I'm smelling into words but wanted to write a review for this one as it was a blind buy for me. I cannot wear the EDP version but I've found the EDT easy to like. It's less honeyed but still strong and long lasting scent. I worried about the jasmine becoming "unclean" smelling on my skin. It almost did, but the musk lifts the white flowers for me, keeping everything pretty. Musk is not listed here, but take my word for it, musk is a main player. The rose is minor but lovely still. Hours after application I realized that indeed rose is present. This met my white flower craving- it shares DNA with NR's Essence but with more white flowers and less musk. It's feminine and elegant. For me it's a winter scent only because of it's strength. I tend to go for the lightweight stuff :D

Oh this perfume is addictive. I received a sample of the edt and was immediately in love. I did not hesitate to buy it when I could get my hands on a 90ml bottle for a decent price. Not my standard practice, because I have not worn an eau de toilette in years. Normally they don't last on me. Honestly, that is a bit of an issue with this one too. After 3 hrs the sillage is very soft. Yet since the scent is so lovely, it doesnt really matter. I just bring a travel bottle with me to freshen up on the way. The mandarine jasmine blossom combo with a touch of honey is simply divine. The fresh, sweet scent makes you feel happy. I still want to test the eau de parfum properly as well. If it is comparable to this one but with higher sillage and longevity, it will be among my favorites.

As not really beeing into florals , but light orientals and florientals, this bouqet of flowers is truly beautiful ! I owned the edp when it first came out, but it was too strong for me. When realizing there was an edt - back to the store!!! Prettier fresher but still powerful. It opens with a wild strawberry and toffe/honey smell on me. Not strong, just beautiful. I love it ! Usually vetiver can kill a perfume for me but here together with the rose in the drydown it only makes a twist to the blend. Very creamy and beautiful vetiver instead of sharp. I have also tried the lovely green coloured juice, but it wasn't what I had expected. This has a similar vibe but this is fresher and a more flowery bouquet . Lovely just lovely !

A wash of piquant mandarin blossom greets you at the top creating the desired citrus-trees-in-full-bloom-on-the-breeze theme of the eau de toilette. The tangy breath of the opening floats above a familiar honeyed aroma, namely that of Le Parfum EDP, only this time the signature heart plays with spare vetiver and transparent gardenia creating a fresher sensation securing Le Parfum EDT as my preferred selection for the warmer months. I admire the use of water as a note in this composition, this smells like something exhilarating one could truly immerse oneself in, an ablutionary floral-water bath, cleansing and soul purifying. The Perfumer has once again captured my heart by perfectly portraying the desires of the designer.

Love it! I sprayed this on my wrist in a perfume shop in Rome a few days ago, and then again in the airport and I can't wait to buy it. My take on it is that it smells like I've taken a beautiful bath. It's very fresh, but also has gorgeous notes that linger on my skin for hours. I would lift my hands toward my face to bring a cup of caffe Americano to my lips and I kept thinking, "My god, what smells so good?" then I smelled my wrists and realized it was the Eli Saab perfume still lingering on my shirt sleeves from the evening before. It even serves as a lovely reminder of walking the streets in Rome, where some of them are lined with orange trees, one of the notes in this fragrance.

I much prefer this EDT version over the EDP. The EDP feels a bit too dense and sticky, especially in warmer weather—though you don’t even need a full on hot day for it to become overwhelming. The EDP honestly smells like an entirely different fragrance which, because of being more intense, just does not deliver the discreet, elegant and timeless vibe the EDT does. Le Parfum EDT is easily one of the most versatile, feminine interpretations of orange flower I’ve come across. Such a shame it’s been discontinued. I have owned almost all the other fragrances by the house of Elie Saab and yet am no where as impressed by them as by Le Parfum EDT.

I was walking in the park with my family and my aunt kept remarking that she could smell something beautiful. We all tried to figure out the source, until everyone realized it was my perfume. Intoxicating and gorgeous, this beauty is strong without being too strong, sophisticated while not cold, elegant and absolutely delightful. It lasts almost the whole day and has moderate to low sillage. I'm going to stock up on this beauty. On me, it's predominantly white floral and orange blossom. Sweet, without being candy like,the sweetness stems from the flowers. Masterpiece :) I'd say try before you buy. This could become too sweet on your skin.

I have had my fragrance preconceptions turned on their heads with this one. I have the intense version, very buttery, very honeyed, very, well, intense. But this is so light and refreshing not cloying at all, and if I close my eyes I'm surrounded by orange blossoms and I want to drink it all in. I never buy EDT versions because I have a real issue with longevity. That is not a problem with this version. The sun is making one of its rare appearances here today and I can't think of any of my other perfumes that I would rather be wearing. The ultimate in chic, sophisticated freshness.

Bright, pretty floral. I feel like there's a tiny citrus note that keeps it fresh instead of being too one-note on me. It's one of my go-to fragrances for the work week. Where I live it gets to be over 100 degrees for more parts of the year than I care for. This is a fragrance that I can wear when the weather's that unforgiving without worrying that my scent is going to cook into something that smells too strong and offensive. And yes, this sounds like a silly little superficial comment -- but the bottle sure looks pretty on my dressing table!