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Dorothy Perkins Old Lavender is a fragrance by Dorothy Perkins, a brand that creates perfumes for women.
However, Old Lavender itself is classified as a unisex composition: it can be chosen by both women and men who appreciate its expressive lavender character.
The fragrance is available in eau de cologne concentration.
The year of release, collection affiliation, and information about an official website are not specified in the available data, so the history of its launch cannot be described reliably.
The creator of the composition is also not listed.
The only listed note in Old Lavender is lavender.
It creates the fragrance’s distinctive green and floral character, combining the freshness of a herbal accord with a soft floral mood.
No pyramid divided into top, heart, and base notes is provided. Therefore, it is not possible to accurately describe how the fragrance unfolds on the skin or identify individual nuances in its sillage.
All that is known is that the fragrance belongs to the green notes group and the floral family.
According to the database classification, Dorothy Perkins Old Lavender has very strong sillage.
This is an important feature for those looking for a noticeable fragrance with a pronounced presence, although its intensity may depend on the skin, weather, and amount applied.
No precise recommendations for applying it to skin or clothing are provided.
Start with a small amount, assess the scent after a few minutes, and add another spray if necessary, especially if you plan to wear the fragrance indoors.
Old Lavender will appeal to fans of lavender, green accords, and floral fragrances without a strict gender association.
It can be considered for everyday looks, walks, and situations where you want to emphasize your individuality with a noticeable herbal-floral scent.
For further exploration of perfumery, consider Yves Saint Laurent Libre, Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau de Parfum Intense, and Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass.
These are not identical versions of Old Lavender, but alternatives for comparing different interpretations of an expressive floral and green mood.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A fresh and light fragrance with a concentration of fragrant substances up to 5% according to French standards, giving a feeling of purity and coolness
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The available note pyramid lists just one note — lavender.
It belongs to the green note family and supports the fragrance’s floral character.
The top, middle and base notes are not listed separately.
Therefore, the fragrance is best understood as a minimalist lavender composition without a detailed note pyramid.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Dorothy Perkins |
| Segment | Massmarket perfumery |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Website | https://www.dorothyperkins.com |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Concentration | Eau de Cologne |
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