Untold

Since Fragrantica tends to be the perfect place to tell the story of your relationship with certain scents.. here goes! I was immediately struck by the commercial for Untold. I just loved that song (which strangely still pops into my head on occasion). I googled all over the place to figure out who or what it was (to no avail). At the time, I didn't care much about perfumes. I had a couple drug store staples and Bath & Body Works mists. I sung along with the song when it happened to come on TV, and otherwise forgot all about it. Well, one of those drug store favorites had been discontinued for some time, and the price on eBay is only getting higher and higher. I joined Fragrantica in hopes of finding a similar replacement. While browsing around, I remembered that commercial.. that song. Untold! I should see if it looks as magical as the commerical made it out to be. I first bought a mini. Initially, I could smell nothing but pears. I had never even tasted a pear before - but every time I wore Untold, my teeth would chatter and my mouth would water and I just wanted to bite something, haha! I ended up going to the grocery store to buy a pear, and ate one for the first time in my life. Now, I love pears! And, I also love Untold. I got ahold of a large bottle (for just $10 on eBay!), and quickly began to appreciate its other notes. While pear has the leading role here, the florals sure soften it up, the amber and musk provide warmth and creaminess, but my favorite part is that subtle spiciness! Ugh, just delightful, understated, delicious! It may not be as bold as most of my favorites tend to be, but man, it's a truly remarkable scent in an utterly gorgeous bottle!

I really like this. It is really comforting and pretty. Clean smelling without being "soapy" at all. Almost like a plate of freshly cut pears garnished with white flowers, a slice of bergamot and green leaves. It's very uplifting and comfortable to wear. Another upside is, it's very versatile. This scent could be worn in any season. It's not seasonal like so many of my other favorites. The bottle is absolutely gorgeous! Actually, it's truly one of the prettiest bottles I've ever seen! That was shocking to me coming from Elizabeth Arden since they have put out some of the ugliest bottles in history! They just really stepped up their game with the Untold line. I got my first bottle online but I bought a back up at TJ for like 10 bucks. I also saw some smaller bottles at Marshalls a few days ago for $7.99 I'm going to go back and buy those too I think! This stuff is THAT awesome. If they have the Untold Absolu, I'm going to pick that up too! I suspect this will end up being a spendy trip because truth be told, I'm buying ALL the Untold! lol I figure I will want back ups and this would also make a safe gift for friends and family so it's good to keep a few bottles around.

I came across this bottle without expecting much from the fragrance but I was pleasantly surprised at how comforting this is. Untold opens with a fresh juicy pear that is kicked into life with a soft pink pepper and cassis. The beginning ever so slightly reminds me of the freshness of Chance Eau Tendre or Jimmy Choo EDT. The bergamot is really fleeting and honestly the patchouli is barely there. Then this fruity floral of warm jasmine and gardenia transforms into a nice amber with depth. It is not something ground breaking or special, but it is very cozy! I can imagine myself curled up on the sofa in a warm sweater with a cup of milk gazing out on a rainy day. It reminds me to be grateful for what I have and evokes gentle and tender memories. It certainly is great for light everyday casual use in colder seasons. Moderate then to soft silage lasting about 3-4 hours. I do like it but I wouldn't consider buying it as I think there are a lot of similar scents that I already have that satiate my needs. I would happily receive this as a gift and use it, but wouldn't go out in my way of obtaining it unless it is cheap.

I remember when this first came out I smelled it in the magazine. At some point wanted to go to the store and try it out. Then I found that in Hawaii where I live, department stores do not carry Elizabeth Arden. Wha??? Common, Elizabeth Arden, what is up with this?? You can order EA products at Macy's online but not in store. Ugh. But I digress. At the time I remember it being floral oriental with perhaps fruit notes. Fast forward to couple of weeks ago where my local TJ Maxx got bottles and bottles of Untold-Untold Absolu, Eau Legere and regular Untold. I chose Absolu and thought it was nice. Little unusual-it was rather heady floral oriental, sweet and warm. I was not in love but in deep like. Since I seen regular Untold for bargain price of 7.99, I decided to give it a go. Well, the only difference between this and Absolu is that fruit notes are more evident and its a bit stronger. Otherwise, same exact thing. I was surprised to see gardenia note which I can usually identify but here, I couldn't. I do wish it was more prominent. Overall, nice scent

Edit: This is BEAUTIFUL. It has a divine yet gentle presence. I really love its opening. Personally (on my skin), it opened with a forceful spiced (pepper) hot pear/fruit and floral aroma which I take to be the pear (obviously) and bergamot (as well as the cassis and jasmine). It was odd at first and then turned to a luxurious sweet floral musky base. Pleasant and wearable. Lasting power is very good and sillage great. Lots of compliments when wearing this sweetheart. It smells very womanly! expensive and comforting like wearing a new camel coat on the streets of Manhattan...or beauty counter shopping in the warm South with my best friend. Very attractive and creamy, and VERY Elizabeth Arden. A more creamy peppery version of 5th Avenue. Also reminded me of Tresor in some ways but it lasted much longer on my skin. Worthy of any perfume collection and those gwp always keep me coming back ;-) This would be a very lovely wedding day fragrance. The delightfully sweet musk drydown is delicious and perfect for a bride.