Paloma Picasso Eau De Parfum is a bold, classic chypre-floral with a very distinctive vintage character. It opens with coriander, carnation, and bergamot, then moves into jasmine, hyacinth, ylang-ylang, and mimosa, before drying down to oakmoss, patchouli, sandalwood, vetiver, civet, and musk.
It smells rich, spicy, and elegant rather than soft or pretty. The coriander and carnation give it an unmistakable sharp, aromatic edge, while the mossy-woody base adds depth and seriousness.
This is an iconic fragrance for someone who likes expressive, confident, old-school perfumery. It has a powerful presence and can feel quite dramatic compared with lighter modern florals.
Top notes: Carnation, Coriander, Rose, Angelica, Neroli, Bergamot, Amalfi Lemon
Heart notes: Patchouli, Hyacinth, Jasmine, Ylang ylang, Mimosa
Base notes: Oakmoss, Civetta, Castoreum, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Musk, Amber
Family: Floral Chypre
Type: EDP, Eau De Parfum Spray
Launched: 1984
Barcode: 3360370600192