Untold Absolu

I blind bought this after falling in love with the original untold. When I initially sprayed Absolu I was a little disappointed. The top notes smelled EXACTLY like the original and I already have two full bottles, a mini, lotion and body wash in the original. So here I am thinking, "Grrrreeeeat, a third bottle of Untold." lol Then something beautiful happened, Absolu found its independence. It deepened and warmed, and the longer it simmered on my skin, the further it strayed away from the 1st Untold and stood firmly on its own two feet. Absolu in my opinion is warmer, richer, stronger, & slightly sweeter. It's great. I definitely want them all eventually. But I have to cool it on the blind buys. I bought 4 bottles of perfume today! lol The quality of the untold line is spectacular for the price point. The longevity is really great. Although the silage of this one is moderate for about an hour-two hours before settling into a softer skin scent for another 4 hours. For my chemistry that's really good! I can't get that out of my designer frags half the time! 5/5 for the price point. Men seem to really dig this one a lot. My husband complimented it as did one of our male friends who has never acknowledged my fragrances before or since. To me, the original Untold is "classy casual." Untold is something a business woman might wear, While Absolu is more flirty and even a little sexy... it's untold with its hair let down and it's bra strap peeking out. lol

Oh my this is gorgeous!! It's a popular scent amongst my cabin crew friends and that's where I get my obsession from. Love at first sight indeed and absolutely different from the vanilla based perfume I had in my collection. It springs of creamy vanilla, tonka beans and caramel, yet lovely on my skin. It’s the perfect blend of sweet, floral and spice all in a bottle. Tested the original Untold, nice, but not as strong as Absolu. I'm totally hooked by it's heavy scent. The sillage is pretty good. Enough to turn heads when I pass by and throw a cabin crew smile at them. It makes me feel sophisticated, elegant and attractive! An alluring scent. My chemistry works beautifully with this fragrance. Truly long lasting (5-6 hours) on my skin. The bottle itself in an artistic piece in many angle, which is beautiful! My husband falls in love with it. He thought it smells really good on me. Just the way he loves it. What more reasons do I need. Will definitely buy another bottle once I finished it.

Hello from Decodawn.Untold Absolu is the best fragrance that Elizabeth Arden have launched in over 20 years. A tremendous amount of thought went in to the production from the shape of the bottle very unusual twisted crystal heart shape with faceted glass with a gold or silver edge in a sharp straight curve engraved with the name of the fragrance very contemporary. The juice inside is either light yellow for Untold or Amber in colour for the Absolu. The fragrance upon first application is quite strong, but not over powering, I immediately liked it as it reminded me of Guilty by Gucci. Very long lasting and sits very well amongst the high end fragrance houses with their modern launches. It is a very animalistic, very sensual and comforting. Jasmine, vanilla, tonka bean, plum and amber. If you are fortunate enough to be able to pick up a bottle on ebay even if used for a great price, don't hesitate but buy it! It is a fabulous fragrance and I am very impressed. Try it you will love it!

This reminds me of an oriental instead of floral fruity. I get more of a vanilla oriental vibe with this scent. I recieved this in a swap and I love it! It does have a fruity vibe but that doesn’t last as it dries down into a warm vanilla, tonka spice. It’s really lovely and I like this scent a lot I’ve only wore it twice and right now I’m just enjoying it so much. It goes very well with cold weather it does have a Tresor vibe as it dries in the middle but at the end it’s just a warm vanilla to me. But to me Tresor is sweeter. I like this better as I love the vanilla in this. I also like the floral mixed into the vanilla. I’m very happy I got this in a swap I think I would buy myself a larger bottle for sure. This is a great scent at a really good price too. Also this lasts a long time on my skin. Very happy with this. It’s great tonight with the cold weather. I think this for me would be too sweet for hot days. Overall though this perfume is delicious. Love!

The bottle is almost nice....if they could just remove that cheap metal wrapping and give it a quality cap. Otherwise, I like the twist of the bottle itself. Now that we've got the packaging out if the way, let me tell you what I think about the scent. Absolutely Won-der-ful! Very strong,so don't spray too much, because then you'll get and give everyone else a headache. I like to spray it about 12inches from my arm and let it float down...that does the trick for me. To me it smells like a white floral with Amber and vanilla, but that's just what I get from it. At the time of purchase,it was a blind buy,and on top of that I bought two bottles because it was so cheap. I have an extremely large perfume collection and decided to sell around 40 bottles and the second bottle of this was in that group. Well, I wore some the other day...then quickly removed that backup bottle from the "for sale" box. It's back in the collection!

So here it is!!! My post for the one that got me addicted to the untold line! This is going to be such a lovely fall all because of EA untold beauties each having their own umph to them but you my dear Untold Absolu you make me feel warm and fuzzy inside the peppery notes the sensuous Amber mmmmmm you are mixed so well and you last allllll day on me 12hrs+! I'm in love I'm so glad to have this in my collection this fall! At least for me it hits the nail in the head for what I was going for something warm sexy and comforting for this fall like wearing an off the shoulder cowelneck cashmere sweater dress and nothing else curled up by the fire and a yummy cup of punch on the table with lovely bouquet of flowers all fragrant with hints of peppery goodness in the air it's my cozy place! I'm rambling but I do recommend this one for fall and winter just yes!

I just purchased this. It was love at first spritz! It's unlike most of the scents I have in my collection, but yet, it's familiar. It's got this almost creamy and warm quality to it, I knew when I smelt it I had to buy it! It's alluring without being overpowering, and sweet without being cloying. My chemistry works beautifully with this fragrance. It could never smell cheap. It's long lasting and it seems to become almost slightly spicy after it's been sitting on the skin. It's truly a beautiful fragrance. I'm not entirely into florals. Some are very nice, but I usually suit more gourmand fragrances. This somehow encompasses more of a yummy scent on me than it does a floral at all. I smelt the original Absolu and that particular one has much more of a bright floral in it. This one is much richer.

This was a blind buy for me. One of the first perfumes I’ve bought for my collection. It smells absolutely divine. Definitely a gourmand. And most definitely a night time/ cold weather fragrance. It’s so warm and comforting. I come from a warm country but this perfume made me feel like winter in a cold country! Love it. There isn’t much of the florals even in the initial spray but the dry down is very close to the first spray. It doesn’t change drastically. And I can I say the bottle is sooooo beautiful! It catches the light like a sequined dress! Gorgeous! This is a discontinued perfume. But if you are a fan of gourmand fragrances and are able to get your hands on it, it’s totally worth it.

I blind bought this at Marshall's for USD $8.99 figuring nothing was lost if I didn't like it. It was a wise choice. I LOVE it! Even in the heat of July, I want to wear this (albeit, in the house only). I think, however, I'll really love this come winter. It's just a warm, cozy scent. The vanilla, particularly, is incredibly well done. And the bottle? Gorgeous. My only complaint, and it's a mild one, is I wish the longevity were better. However, this is so easy to find at a reasonable price, that I don't mind respraying. I know there's a lot of anti-EA snobbery out there, and that's fine. Myself and others who've found this glorious fragrance will have more to enjoy.

This is gorgeous! Classy. Sexy. Sweet. It has all the elements I look for in the 'perfect' fragrance for ME. I'm a lover of vanilla, amber, sweet oriental/gourmand fragrances but they sometimes don't go in warmer weather or daytime situations and can often smell like a teenager's candy store. THIS is perfect for ALL. It's mature, playful, demure and SUPER sexy at the same time! Opens up with a subtle vanilla-plum-jasmine dance. I have a feeling this is going to be a 'man magnet'. Got a couple head turns and compliments barely out of the store! My new favorite!!!

Oh yes! Right off the top sweet and seductive. Vanilla, tonka, plum, this is stunning. The florals work wonderfully together but they come in behind that smoldering sweetness. This is one rich, smooth and sexy fragrance. It's not expensive but it can hold it's own against any expensive designer or niche fragrances out there. Perfect for winter with it's heavy sweetness. I love this one. I have three in the untold series and all are fantastic but this is my favourite. I have one back up bottle. Smelling it right now, I may need another. This scent is addictive.

Absolutely gorgeous perfume , as it developed it got more creamy and sensual! How did I never hear of this one before , I now own this and the luxe and I mix them together and WOW! so many compliments, and yes I agree it does have that slight vintage vibe but that’s why I’m in love with it . It lasts forever and I can still smell it the next day. If I had to say it reminded me of another perfume i might say Queen of hearts by Queen Latifah in the gold bottle . Very creamy raspberry spice, and yes the dark plum is there at the top, this is just so comforting

This is quite beautiful! The drydown is gorgeous, but EA perfumes have something in them that rubs me the wrong way. The 3 scents I've had all have something that I perceive as very synthetic-sharp and overwhelming. I gave 5th Avenue NYC Premiere to my mom, and I much prefer to smell it on someone else (nice scent, enormous sillage, but I felt like I couldn't breathe when I sprayed it on).I will keep the small bottle of this to myself though, but probably not repurchase

Just hit a TJMaxx to check out their frags... found this 1.7 EDP for $7!!! Glad I picked it up... it's very lovely! In my beginner mind, it's unique somehow... and I can distinguish the great notes as it dries down. Very sophisticated. Smells like an expensive Parfum. I have the Untold also, but it wasn't as exquisite as this absolu. Yay to Elizabeth Arden for keeping American frags outstanding. BTW the bottle photo above is awful... it's a beautiful curved piece of art

Yes... I'm a guy and I wear this. Maybe it is different on a man's chemistry, or maybe not... but I bought a bottle of this for my sister and just liked the scent so much that I tried it on myself. Very nice. It reminds me of several men's and unisex perfumes that are heavy with amber, vanilla, and precious woods. Add some narcissus and tartness of raspberry and it gives it a nice lift from being overly sweet. For 10 bucks at TJ Maxx you can't beat it.

GREAT cheapie! This perfume is gorgeous. It's warm, amber-y and resinous with sparkly fruity overtones. It's not dense, heavy or nauseating, which is such a feat considering the notes. Untold absolu has a slight vintage and mature vibe that gives a feel of luxury. It has a classy feel to it. Easy to wear and easy to love. *chefs kiss* I'm thrilled that this was re-released! I even love the minimalistic design of the new bottle.

I love Untold Absolu. When first sprayed, there's a familiar scent, a classic scent that reminds me of my grandmother in the best of ways. Untold Absolu smells sweet, fruity and juicy. Mouth watering raspberry and plum lead with a rather sharp freshness. The jasmine and rose mix beautifully with the warm vanilla and tonka beans creating a creamy, luxurious, sophisticated, sensual odor that lasts for hours. One of my favorites!

This is a strong like for me. I blind bought at Marshalls for $10, and feel like I got a great scent for a great price. It would be best in fall and winter. A warm, plummy, creamy amber. This is rich like honey. It lasted quite a long time (6 hrs), with moderate sillage that turns light on me. Definately fruity. Overall a wonderful deal and I am very happy with my purchase. Happy smelling! :)

At first spritz it's amber and fruity ( plum) that leaves a sensual vanilla and Jasmine trail. It seems to lure you in with a sweet fruit that tranforms to a very sensual floral, vanilla amber infusion that stays with you throughout, a very magnetic and captivating scent. Silliage is heavy and can give headaches easily. Longevity is 12+ but vanilla amber stays on skin and clothes much longer.

I don't understand "flankers" that seem to be totally different from the original! I have Untold and Untold Absolu. I love Absolu! Different notes, different effect, better quality in my humble opinion. It should have its own name and be celebrated for its own unique beauty. I love it! It proves one doesn't have to always spend a fortune to get a fine fragrance.

I love this one. It sprays on as a zesty, sharp, lemon with amber - mixed with cream. On the dry down it is intoxicating plum and powder, with the same amber shining through. Its gorgeous. I wear it day and night. Its not offensive while still offering excellent sillage. Feminine and classy. I wear this to work and its still on my clothes when I get out.

Untold Absolu is warm and sweet. I like the blend of the plum and black currant with amber. The bottle is beautiful and heavy, and I think that is part of what sets it apart from the toothachingly sweet, teenager-ish smells out there. It is sweet and delicious, but still mature and graceful. I want to try the original now!

That's fantastic. It reminds me of amber, vanilla, and precious woods-heavy fragrances. In my perspective, Absolut is warmer, richer, stronger, and somewhat sweeter. It's fantastic. The untold line's quality is exceptional for the price. The lifespan is fantastic. Despite the fact that the silage is mild. This is stunning!

This scent is absolutely gorgeous .. Bought two bottles at tjmaxx 9.99 each and so glad I did. This smells fruity in a mature way and creamy smooth. I will wear this everyday for it is my new favorite.

Gorgeous scent similar to Untold but sweeter with vanilla and without the sharp patchouli note. Also very similar to Gucci Guilty Intense which I also love. The longevity is great as well.

Wow! This is really pretty and perfect for the fall/winter!! Tonka bean, ginger, benzoin = yum!! Reminds me of Shakira Wild Elixir but without so much woodyness. LOVE it!

Absolutely wonderful! Sexy, warm and elite...

This is pleasant enough, definitely a “like” but not something I would repurchase. It is easy to wear and very inexpensive ($10 for 100ml at Marshall’s). Well worth that, for sure! At first spray there is something slightly sour/tangy, not bad per se but it seems somehow out of place. That disappears fairly fast, leaving a slight fruity note but very faint. The main phase of this is sweet vanilla and Tonka on me, smooth and warm. It’s a quite elegant vanilla, not overly sweet or childish in any way. I do not get “floral fruity” from this at all! I wish it had better longevity and sillage. My skin must either eat fragrance or my nose gets fatigued easily.... less than an hour after spraying 2 sprays on each wrist this is a fairly faint (but very pleasant!) skin scent on me. Very intimate and would be hard to overspray. I would call this very safe for any occasion, work etc. It is really a nice fragrance, not spectacular but I do find myself wearing it a fair bit, especially when I’m at home or running errands, something like that where I just want to smell nice but don’t have anything special in mind and can respray when needed. I will be on the lookout for the Luxe version, I believe the others in this series would be too light for me.

TURKISH DELIGHT FOR A TIGER _______________________________________________________ I always liked the ad of 'Untold' and 'Untold Absolu' and today I got the opportunity to try it out. It opens with a very sensual and romantic (very feminine) floral note. It's nice and shy. The true face of this fragrance comes with its drydown. A powerful composition of vanilla, tonka beans, benzoid and dark patchouli takes over and won't let go anymore - reminds me of turkish delights. It's like the sweet little baby cat turned into a very angry tiger. The tiger engages into a ritual and sexual dance with you, it corners its pray into submission and only then attacks. However, by then, you have stared the tiger way too long into his magnetic eyes and fell for his hypnotic gaze. Longetivity: - 7/10 Sillage: - 8/10 All in all: 9 out of 10 points. P.S. I see that everybody compaires it to Gucci Guilty, but nobody tiped it in the 'This perfume reminds me of...' column. I don't know Guilty, but 'Untold Absolu' reminds me a lot of Tom Ford's light version of Noir (Noir EDT)

Most Elizabeth Arden fragrances strike me as pretty average– decent and inoffensive, but not must-haves. However, occasionally they really impress me. Untold Absolu is one of the latter. It successfully overcomes my aversion to strong vanilla accords, as the vanilla blends with a balanced plum note and creamy, smooth tonka bean, cashmere, and benzoin. For folks who want a super sweet vanilla gourmand, it might be a let down, but for me, not being a super sweet vanilla gourmand is a good thing. It is both comforting and elegant. It is easy to imagine wearing it to a semi-formal affair or during a cozy rainy day at home. I bought my bottle when it was first released several years ago; I don’t know if the quality changed. I think it has been discontinued, but if you like smooth, sweet (not sugary), scents, it might be worth tracking down– if you can find it for a reasonable price. 8+ hours longevity on me and moderate-to-strong projection. Feminine.

If you like Angel, La Nuit Tresor and Gucci Guilty Intense you'll probably enjoy this scent. It's not unique in anyway but it's a nice, sweet, warm, mature scent. I don't usually like black currant but it's subtle in this scent with the plum being the much more dominant fruit. This scent has a milky quality to it. Someone mentioned below, it reminded them of the homemade playdoh they made as a child and I can smell this comparison. However, the peppery tartness of the red currant breaks through the vanilla play dough scent stopping it from completely recalling that childhood scent memory for me. Sweet, cosy, slightly powdery, syrupy fruits and a bit of tartness make for a pleasant but far from unique olfactory experience. You'll feel as if you've smelled this before many times.

This was a $20 drugstore deal I couldn't pass up... although almost every fiber of my being was telling me to pass. I have such a strong bias AGAINST anything from Elizabeth Arden. Cosmetics, fragrances, you name it.. I usually steer clear of it. It smacks of old lady and cheapness to me. Anyway, I picked this up and sniffed without realizing it was an EA fragrance. I liked it immediately! Once I looked more closely and realized what it was, I tried to find reasons not to like it, but I just couldn't! LOL It's warm and sweet without being overpoweringly either of them. The amber is divine and I get a lot of plum. In my opinion it's appropriate for work & play and would suit all seasons except for Summer. Staying power and sillage are average to good.

I don't know if I should repurchase this fragrance because I love to try new ones! It's not a scent that's different/special or a powerhouse fragrance or anything. But it is a really nice basic fragrance for sure that lasts a good 6 hours, especially if on clothing. I would say you should try it out if you like vanilla fragrances and don't mind a cheapy lil fragrance to spritz here and there. This is like a mature, deep, cozy balsamic vanilla, like others have mentioned. It smells sweet but it's not heavy or syrupy because it's rounded out by a tiny bit of floral and fruit, but you can't really smell those things they aren't prominent. I think you could wear it in all seasons. Try it if you want something sweet that's non-offensive.

I tried Untold a couple of months ago, but it just didn't work for me. I decided to get something else instead. Unfortunately, they didn't have the Absolu tester & I didn't want to purchase something on a whim, without even reading reviews about it. Yesterday the Sales Assistant who's helped me choose a few of my new favourites suggested I try Untold Absolu. Unfortunately there wasn't a tester, again, but because he has an idea of what I like, I took the chance. I wasn't expecting something quite so sweet & caramely (that's how it comes across on my skin). I thought it would be very much like the original I tried, but I'm very happy that it isn't :) I love the way it settles on my skin, soft, sweet & with a woody/vanilla feel.

I just adore it still. Tried it for the second time today. The fruits are absolutely delicious and not overbearing at all, while still managing to be sweet, tart and juicy. There is a great balance of the tarter blackcurrant and the rounder and deeper and softer plum. It stays crispy and juicy for a while and the jasmin I smell is the clean, bright and sunny type of jasmin. There may be a hint of rose and something else, but I am honestly not sure what it is. It stays fruity and jasminy for quite a while and then I smell something like sweet, creamy rice pudding and cherry kernels or almonds! It ́s quite amazing- is this the amber in combination with the fruits or what IS it? In any regards it is quite lovely and I want it.

This is a love for me. I do smell vanilla and tonka blending together to make that lovely doll head and play doh scent that i was looking for. It is long lasting with low to moderate sillage. It does have that synthetic, plasticy smell , but in a good way. It makes me feel good, happy, and brings back the same feeling i had as a kid playing with my dolls and my little ponies and making home made play doh with my mom. So if your looking for a realistic floral, fresh, vanilla perfume , this is not for you. But if you like the doll head scents, or play doh ,vanilla and tonka, you will probably love this! 4 out of 5 from me. I just wish it had a little more projection but I'm still very satisfied.

I blind bought the largest bottle of this, and upon first spray I'm finding it to be too woody for me. I'll have to cool it on the blind buys. I'll think something will sound like I'll love it, only to find out my body(or nose), detects too much of the wooden notes, or the patchouli notes, or some other note I can't get past. This on me, like another reviewer stated, is a woody vanilla. I was hoping for that caramel note, floral notes, and more vanilla. On the plus side, the bottle is gorgeous, just gorgeous. I can't wear the bottle though. This reminds me of EL's Sensuous Nude to some degree.

Tried a number of perfumes today, but I think this is the one that has lasted the longest and that I keep sniffing in disbelief. It's lovely and sweet, but warm sweet in a good way (not high up sweet candy like celebrity scents). Will definitely try this again and maybe it will win a spot in my huge fragrance draw. EDIT: I did get it. And it's quite nice. Nice in a fake way though, there really isn't much in this that smells natural. Okay longevity and silage is great in the beginning. It's a good one to get if they're running gift with purchase (which they were luckily).

This is a nice scent but wish it lasted longer than 4 to 5 hours. I like the first spray best and the dry down is okay but nothing to brag about. It does smell ladylike and I do appreciate this. I got a good value for my money so I am not disappointed in any way. Elizabeth Arden makes some great scents, some good scents, and then some not so great scents. This is a really good scent but I would not claim great. I think this is wearable for any time of day or night or any season. I will try it in the Fall and Winter to decide this for sure.

I purchased this based on reviews and am now wearing it. The sillage is low, but the longevity, unfortunately, appears to last on me. I'm not sure why everybody else seems to have longevity issues. The scent itself is okay. It is sweet and dense without being cloying. I mostly smell tonka and plum. Something is giving off a patchouli like sharpness, which I don't like. I wouldn't call this gourmand. More like an oriental. It's feminine and nice. But, in my opinion, nothing to write home about. Side note- I like the bottle a lot though!

I tested this in a store a few hours ago. I get a very sweet, fruity ambery vanilla. I have a hard time discerning the floral note and sadly I can't smell the ginger. It's very creamy and bright which is nice! It lasts a good while and has nice sillage, so if you enjoy this type of scent I would recommend testing it. It gives off a golden, happy vibe for Autumn maybe. For me personally, I feel like something is missing, which is probably just my preference for lots of floral and spice in a perfume.

I absolutely like the scent. I remember trying the original Untold and loving it. It was impressive. I don't think I like this one as much as the other one, but it still is very nice. Sweet, full on vanilla and tonka bean. A great warming scent for winter. The similarity to the Gucci's Guilty, what I liked so much in original, is also there, but not so intensively. I think the original is more fruitier and this one is sweeter. A great one from Elizabeth Arden.

I have this perfume among the best perfumes I have, I really find it very sweet and elegant, for a romantic date in a cold night, first of all I have to say that the bottle it's a true dream! Looks sparkling, femenine and shining like a piece of Swarovski, the bottle it's truly a piece of jewelry, and second the fragrance like I said, it's sweet, a little bit floral but the dry down it's completely sweet, and in me Absolu lasts until next day!! ;) I LOVE IT

Tested this at the airport. I mainly got benzoin, vanilla and a floral mix. This could’ve easily been released in the 90ies! It comes across quite mature and classy but certainly pleasant. Bow that I see it contains narcissus I get where the 90ies-vibe comes from. Feels like something I’ve smelt before but can’t pinpoint it. Possibly Venetia. It’s a like but not a love for me. Haven’t tested longevity.

This is a very well done vanilla and plum , smells expensive, I'm in awe! But... The lasting power is soo poor that I have mixed feelings about it. I rarely spray on skin, but this one is weak even on clothes! Bed time scent it is... The retail price on this is outrageous -100$/100ml in my country. I bought it blind for 25$ online, so I'm not that mad.

I really like this one! It is sweet but not sickening, it is classy, sensual and comfy. It smells happy. It has a vintage glamour feel to it, but in a very relaxed way. It could easily be a designer fragrance. Most prominent notes to me are tonka beans and benzoin. I am not really a fan of benzoin, but it is really well done in this perfume.

Funny story – I walked in to buy Arden Red Door Aura and ended up walking out with Untold Absolu - and I love it! It’s the perfect blend of sweet, floral and spice – all in a lovely way. I like it more than the original Untold, which is also pretty, but not as good! This fragrance reminds me of something you’d wear to a holiday party.

Got this vial and i think it's a mix of Lancome Miracle and Jeanne Arthes Perpetual Pearl. Sweet and Warm but not really love it. Not a fan of sweet scent it's too heavy for me. If you used this just a little, a light and luxury scent will appear at the end of your day

I absolutely love this! I can’t believe I found it at TJ Maxx for $9.99!!! It is so beautiful. Completely reminds me of Angel minus the patchouli! So glad I tried it. If you stumble upon this grab it up quick. It’s amazing! If you like Angel you will love this!

by far, the best fragrance created by this house. really beautiful - this is exactly luxurious perfume. warmer, fruitier and more floral is absolutely gorgeous. i believe this is the high end level created by Elizabeth Arden. congratulation.