Elizabeth Arden Provocative Woman

Elizabeth Arden Provocative Woman Eau de Parfum, launched in 2004 and created by perfumers Jean-Marc Chaillan and Loc Dong, is an Amber Floral fragrance for women. Inspired by the alluring presence of Catherine Zeta-Jones, it aims to be a sophisticated and sensual scent that exudes confidence and desirability.

Fragrance Profile (Notes):

Provocative Woman features a rich and exotic blend of fruity, floral, and warm oriental notes.3

• Top Notes: Quince, Ginger, Lotus, Raspberry, and Peach.⁴ This creates a vibrant, juicy, and subtly spicy opening with a clean, aquatic floral touch from the lotus.
• Middle Notes: Orchid, Pink Freesia, Papaya, and Apricot.⁶ The heart unfolds into a lush floral bouquet with tropical and fruity nuances.⁷ The orchid brings an exotic and creamy floral facet, while papaya and apricot add a soft, sweet fruitiness.⁸
• Base Notes: Sandalwood, Hinoki Wood, Amber, Red Amber, White Tea, and Cedar.⁹ The dry down is warm, woody, and subtly musky. Hinoki wood and cedar provide a clean, aromatic woodiness, while sandalwood adds a creamy richness.¹⁰ Amber and Red Amber contribute a warm, resinous sweetness, and white tea offers a delicate, calming cleanliness.¹¹

Key Characteristics:

• Sensual and Alluring: As its name suggests, the fragrance is designed to be provocative and captivating, making a statement of confident femininity.¹²
• Fruity-Floral with Oriental Warmth: It beautifully blends bright fruits and exotic florals with a warm, ambery, and woody base, giving it depth and lasting power.¹³
• Elegant and Sophisticated: Despite its “provocative” name, it maintains a level of elegance and polish, making it suitable for a refined woman.¹⁴
• Good Performance: As an Eau de Parfum, it generally offers good longevity (often 5-8 hours) and moderate projection, creating a noticeable and appealing aura.¹⁵
• Unique Blend: The combination of notes like quince, ginger, orchid, hinoki wood, and white tea gives it a distinctive character that sets it apart from more generic floral-fruity scents.¹⁶

Usage:

• Occasions:
  • Ideal for evening wear, special occasions, and romantic encounters where you want to leave a lasting, seductive impression.¹⁷
  • Suitable for social gatherings and parties due to its captivating and noticeable presence.¹⁸
  • Can be worn during the day for a confident and alluring touch, especially for events or when you want to feel exceptionally elegant.
• Seasons:
  • Performs best in cooler to moderate weather, making it suitable for autumn, winter, and spring evenings. The warmth of the amber and woods shines in these conditions.
  • While its fruity and floral notes can work in warmer weather, its depth might be a bit much for very hot and humid summer days.
• Application:
  • Apply to pulse points such as the neck, wrists, and décolletage.
  • 2-4 sprays are usually sufficient to create a beautiful and effective scent trail.