Flowerbomb

I’m sorry but this is iconic. I think it’s a masterpiece. This was my first real perfume and this unique composition in the luxurious little grenade bottle is probably still my favourite. I’ve been enjoying Pretty Peony these last few days and reliving my love of this scent that was my signature at age 19. If you refer to the reviews below, you might notice that no one can really agree on what kind of scent this is. If you asked me to pin down exactly what I’m smelling I couldn’t really tell you either. It’s not what I would describe as floral in the traditional sense at all. It pulls aspects from tea, bergamot, osmanthus, pink and white florals and patchouli vanilla and musk without obviously being any one of those notes but having aspects of each which provide a sweet, fresh, deep, powdery, warm and musky sensual concoction with a unique accord that is quite frankly orgasmic to my olfactory senses. I personally kind of see the comparison to LVEB but not really (I’m not a fan). It kind of reminds me of the original JPG Le Classique EDP (the discontinued lace bottle version). Flowerbomb has not been reformulated, it can also be potent and will give anyone near you a headache if you spray this more than 3 times. It’s longevity is excellent and it has a beautiful and addictive drydown over many hours. I can see this would be love or hate, I personally love.

Unpopular opinion: this smells just as beautiful in the spring/summer as it does in the fall/winter - unlike LVEB this works during all seasons of the year without smelling off and both as a day and a night-time perfume (at least, on my skin when applied with a very LIGHT hand). I don't know if this has been reformulated or not, but the Flowerbomb I know is a very feminine, pretty fragrance that makes me think of love and joy and all the good simple things in the world. If that makes it "generic" or "boring" or "vanilla" to some, then I'm sorry/not sorry to say that's all I want in my life - it may be a very "safe" fragrance but not all of us are thrill-seekers or sex kittens. I find it innocent and youthful, I don't think it's sexy - at least not Tom Ford or Mugler sexy. This is sweet and cuddly - it's like vanilla ice cream, it may not be everyone's favorite but virtually anyone can have some of it - it's universally appreciated. Vanilla is my favorite ice cream flavor, so maybe this is the perfect fragrance for girls like me. I LOVE it.

I wrote this review a while ago, and it seems I forgot to post it. I've had more time with Flowerbomb now because I bought a giant bottle. I still love it! I think Sugarbomb would be a more fitting name than Flowerbomb, and I absolutely love it! This has a wonderful balance of warmth and sweetness. I get a lot more candy-like vanilla than I do the patchouli people mention. It's also much more gourmand than floral in my opinion. Initially I wasn't even interested in trying this one for a few reasons. One being the name. I assumed it was going to be 100% floral. It's not at all! Also, because it has been SO popular for over 20 years now. I didn't want to come across as basic... Now I know Flowerbomb was popular for very good reason, wow! I was afraid of the patchouli note. Turns out I barely notice it. All it does is add a natural balance. This perfume is well blended, smooth, and delicious! 🍬🍦💐

I used to be the biggest hater of this perfume, it smelled so boring yet sharp on paper and then one day I got some on my hand when opening a shitty 1 ml sample and oh my lordddd. Somehow, on my skin, it smells like the most divine pure tea scent, it gets the lightness of the florals but the musk and tea are what make up 90% of the actual substance of the fragrance, so surprisingly I feel like it would be a safe buy even for someone who claims they "don't like florals" despite the name. The strongest floral I can identify would probably be the osmanthus and orange blossom, but even then they contribute more to the aura of lightly fruity tea than they do to a classical white floral. If you think you don't like this perfume because you've smelled it on paper and hated it, maaaaybe give it a chance on skin. It completely changed everything for me.

This is my first review so stick with me here! I’ve only dabbed this perfume on since it’s a mini and has no sprayer but I hope to try spraying it one day. Flower bomb does start out very citrusy which I only get right as I apply it and then turns very sweet and floral. I can definitely see this causing headaches in some people if they are already sensitive to scents, but I really think this is a very safe scent to blind buy/gift. It’s a very basic feminine smell not that that’s bad because I really do love it I just think it’s a safe choice perhaps for someone you don’t knows scent preference. I like wearing this to my four hour job and I’ll get random whiffs of it which is very nice, I’ve never gotten a comment about it in the two years I’ve been wearing it so even intense as it can be it sits rather close to your skin

This has been among my favorite fragrances for daily use. Feminine yet never overpowering, it gives you a boost of confidence and lets you fully embrace your energy. Flowerbomb is an explosion of florals on ambery base. While some may identify the base note as purely patchouli, on my skin it leans toward a tulle of tobacco-like richness, giving the fragrance a slightly dark, rich edge. The composition is beautifully layered: a sparkling top note that delights, a rich floral heart and a deep base. The base notes deepens the scent, and prevents it from feeling overly linear. While it’s not the longest-lasting fragrance on my skin, Flowerbomb is a fragrance that signals your presence subtly without screaming for attention. It's perfect for daily wear from office meetings to lunch outings.

Testing this as a decant splash. Since I’m using a splash rather than a spray, I don’t get much of the bright top-note florals. Instead, it opens with gentle, powdery blooms and a hint of soft musk. Beneath it all, an earthy patchouli grounds the sweetness and gives the fragrance quiet depth. As it settles, it melts into a delicate vanilla that feels like the glow of golden hour — feminine, romantic, and softly sensual. It’s graceful without being too sweet, balanced and tender in a way that feels timeless. I don’t typically enjoy florals, so I was pleasantly surprised by how wearable and comforting this one feels. The bottle is absolutely stunning, and I can’t wait to add it to my collection, it’ll look beautiful on display with the rest of my perfumes.

I bought the 0.68oz yeaaaaars ago, put it away, and forgot about it. It just didn't seem that interesting to me. About a month ago, as I was going through my collection, I pulled it out, sprayed it and something clicked! That evening, after my shower, I oversprayed this beauty. I used it up every night and poof, it was gone in a few days. I ordered the 3.4oz immediately! It is a perfect balance of fruity, somewhat candied florals and patchouli. I dont detect much of the musk until deep in the drydown. The patchoili is not dirty or super earthy-it just adds depth. This fragrance starts out pretty loud and dries down to a calming tea and soft powdery skin scent. Longevity is not the best considering the loud start. Definitely back-up worthy for me.

Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb: A Floral Vanilla Dream (with a Chanel Twist!) Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb is a beautiful fragrance that absolutely, unequivocally has a prominent vanilla dry down. Beyond that, I pick up a lot of lovely florals, making for a very nice scent overall. Its sillage is quite good, and I find it transitions effortlessly from a daytime to a nighttime fragrance because it carries a bit of weight. Despite its richness, I believe it's still suitable for the office, provided you use a light hand—moderation is key! Interestingly, I've found it pairs exceptionally well with Coco Mademoiselle by Chanel; I layered it and received so many compliments. This one's a winner!

oh, flowerbomb, my beloved... my mom had a bottle on her vanity table for ages when i was a kid. it was one of her favorite "going out" fragrances, so whenever i smell it i'm immediately blasted directly back to being a little girl sitting on her laundry basket watching her put her face on before a dinner party or date night. the best way i can describe how flowerbomb smells is this: there's a very famous french rococo painting by jean-honore fragonard that depicts a woman in a pink dress on a swing in a garden. search up "rococo painting" on google images and it's the first result you'll see. whenever i look at that painting i imagine the lady smelling like flowerbomb.

I had been searching for this perfume for a very long time. Years ago, I smelled it on a lady, and from that day on it became one of my favorite fragrances. For a long time, I couldn’t decide whether to buy it or not, because even though I really liked the scent, comments saying it smelled like a grandmother discouraged me. But eventually, I bought it. I’m now on my 7th bottle, and the perfumes that have received the most compliments so far have been Flowerbomb OG and Nectar. It’s very feminine and elegant. The fragrance becomes even more beautiful as it settles, and its projection and longevity are also quite impressive. 💕

To my nose this is a powdery vanilla, however my nose hasn’t been right since I had Covid. I struggle to understand the name Flowerbomb because to me it’s sweet. I totally expected something different. I truly enjoy it and it’s an easy reach. It’s a toned down version of Mon guerlain intense. I think this will shine in the cold weather. Something about patchouli and musk together give perfumes a sparkling powdery vibe to me that I do enjoy. Overall I will likely always have a bottle of this in my collection, especially when you can find it very affordably on discounters now. I would NOT pay full price though.

I usually dislike floral perfumes but this is simply perfection. It is pure elegance, sophistication and it smells so subtlety expensive. This perfume truly makes me feel chic and beautiful whenever I wear it, but there is also power in this scent, because whenever I smell this on myself or others, I smell confidence. I think almost anyone could wear this scent. Will it be my coffin scent? No, because it’s just too popular and I don’t want my family smelling this fragrance at my open casket and then being triggered when their friends are wearing it too.

I've always had this perfume. In small sample sizes, roll ons, and testers since 7th grade. It has a young, girly, fresh floral scent but also a slightly deep, flirty, sensual smell. I do not gravitate to any purely floral scents, but this one is a game changer. Flowerbomb would not attract me if I had not smelled it in person. I wear this often and I've recieved compliments from both men and women, It's definitely a crowd pleaser. I remember hearing Taylor Swift wore this as her signature scent in the 2010s, and that makes perfect sense.

Not a very floral fragrance, but it is something I adore. This is something the mean girl from the 2000's would wear, but in an ironic way. The scent jumps at you in a way that is just so interesting. The longevity is incredible, and value is not terrible compared to other designer fragrances, while also being so complex. This fragrance is very feminine and versatile, I can imagine wearing this in the summer, just with some extra Vaseline so it isn't too strong and cloying. Possibly one of my favorite fragrances I tried so far!

If you drizzled a bit too much caramel on top of a bouquet and took a sniff that’s what ur gonna get Yeah it does smell so sweet but elegantly and in a floral way I like it so mucchh but the similarities it shares with the sticky teens LVEB LANCOME gives me mixed emotions This is A hundred times better tho Way Less sticky sugar more caramel like much much more floral and balanced ugh i hate LVEB There is a green tea opening to it that is just on spot like a cherry on top i wish if the tea was a bit stronger

I immediately caught the osmanthus on the first spray. Even though I'm typically not a fan of vanilla perfumes, I absolutely love this one despite its vanilla notes. I honestly couldn't smell the vanilla at all. It's a sweet floral with real warmth to it, plus there's this lovely hint of calming tea that rounds everything out. The patchouli in the dry down is present but not overpowering, which I appreciate. I'm completely in love with it. It could be my signature perfume if it weren't for the price.

Am I being grandiose if I say this is symphonic? Each note is cooperating with the rest, and nothing feels out of place here. Patchouli is far from my favorite smell. In fact, I used to avoid buying any fragrance if I saw patchouli in the notes. This perfume single-handedly changed my mind. Overall, it's a general people-pleaser while still being complex and interesting and alluring. Sweet, but not too sweet. Feminine, but not juvenile. There's a reason Flowerbomb has been popular for so long.

I love this one. It reminds me SO much of Mon Guerlain (EDP 2017) and La Nuit Tresor by Lancome, except Flowerbomb is more subtle and sweeter (but not sickly gourmand sweet) Musky/peppery/powdery were my first impressions, but it still manages to be fresh and light. It's not cloying. The flower notes lift up the base notes and creates a good amount of space and balance I really can't fault it. It's not your typical generic floral fragrance, this one has edge. YSL/rock chick vibes

I'm OBSESSED. It's so rare for me to have a love at first sniff reaction but I literally gasped when I first smelt this. In LOVE. I smelt it into the store and instantly brought the 100ml version, worth every penny. It's not just a plain floral it has such an apparent depth to it the first time I sprayed the bottle I brought when I got home my mum goes who smells so nice. It's literally addictive I'm having a Jeremy fragrance reaction literally bottle up my nose type smell.