5th Avenue NYC Uptown

I just blindbought this and I'm glad I did. I'm surprised this fragrance isn't more popular since Uptown is a cousin in the Allure and Joy family. The start isn't very impressive imho but give it time and space to breathe, it's actually getting zestier and more lively over time. For me the notes don't quite reflect what it smells like and it's more complex than I thought it would be. In the heart of this fragrance I get a beautifully sparkly and warm Jasmine scent with fresh and aromatic tangerine peel on a bed of white flowers and some interesting greenish facets here and there, somewhere between creamy and powdery, with a light and very nice vanilla and some gentle sandalwood in the background. Lovely, young and flirty, upliftig in a calm way, if that makes sense, cozy and also kind of tidy. I think this works for any age and all seasons, maybe just not in the most brutal summer heat though. Sure Uptown is nothing groundbreaking but it's a well done wearable fragrance with a good and consistent performance and definitely smells more expensiv than it is. I mean, I paid 12 Euros for the huge 125ml bottle and that's a steal for such a good fragrance.

I had meant to buy the classic Fifth Avenue from 1996 — but somehow, Uptown ended up in my hands instead. At first, I wasn’t impressed. Maybe it was winter’s chill, maybe it was the shadow of my expectations for the original. I set it aside. Months later, on a warm summer afternoon, I gave it another try — and suddenly it made sense... The opening sparkles like a glass of crisp Prosecco on a terrace overlooking Fifth Avenue, brightened with green petitgrain and a playful twist of pink pepper. It’s fresh, lively, almost effervescent - like a breeze carrying hints of citrus and spice. That dazzling first impression fades quickly, but it leaves behind a smile. The base settles into a smooth, understated warmth: vanilla, sandalwood, and tonka bean. It feels cozy without losing its brightness and freshness. What once felt ordinary now feels like a slice of summer in the city — surprisingly charming.

This has the most beautiful prickling pear-like opening, in love with it, it's spring, it's lighthearted florals, playful and carefree, it feels like a sunny uptown afternoon indeed. But this initial airy scent turns into very tangy, leafy and tea-ish green accords pretty fast, maybe after half an hour (on me), this must be the mixture of Petitgrain and Ivy with some vanilla left. It's still springy, but it feels like you left the terrace with all the beautiful blossoming flowers and the sparkly drinks and went into the fresh-cut hedge maze and get lost in there for a long time, since this herbal dry down has some staying power. I love both sides of this perfume, but be aware that it changes fast, spritz on your clothes to stay on the terrace a bit longer. However it so affordable, I think reapplying it a lot is ok. 🍃🌿

I love it ! It's absolutely beautiful. My husband always asks what I'm wearing when I spray it on. It is fun and playful but kinda boss lady who goes to the spa alot. I dont relate to the negative reviews on being plastic smelling maybe I was just lucky and got a fresh bottle. I dunno. I cant imagine anyone not liking this its pear sparkly wine . It's not just a meh either, it has character and for the price yeah I'll be buying back ups. I 'll tell you this... I had chanel chance eau tendre on today and I asked hubby if he liked it and he said yeah it's ok. but ,that one you wear is my favorite speaking of uptown. So there you go. Try it. Nothing to loose a large pizza hut pizza costs more. Cmon you can do it!! Its good!!

Honestly, I think this is one of the best fragrances from EA. I did not expect much when I tested it, but I fell in love instantly. The perfect PARTY fragrance. It shines like glitter, it's sparky, bitter sweet floral. A fragrance that celebrates life, free spirit and freedom. Love the magnolia and the pink pepper in this fragrance. It is young, sexy, daring and it makes me feel really happy every time I wear it. Good performance, decent longevity. It deserves much more love, imo...