Bottle photo  Salvatore Ferragamo
Bottle photo  Salvatore Ferragamo
Bottle photo  Salvatore Ferragamo
Bottle photo  Salvatore Ferragamo
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Eau de parfum

Salvatore Ferragamo Subtil

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Gender:
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Salvatore Ferragamo Subtil: Identity and History

In 2002, the world of perfumery was enriched by an exquisite creation – Salvatore Ferragamo Subtil, an eau de parfum that immediately won the hearts of connoisseurs of delicate fragrances.

This release became a bright representative of Salvatore Ferragamo – a legend of Italian style, whose history from shoes to perfumery symbolizes impeccable taste and elegance.

Salvatore Ferragamo, the founder of the brand, who conquered Hollywood with his designs, inspired the creation of fragrances reflecting the same refinement and femininity, making Subtil an embodiment of classical luxury with a modern twist.

Positioning and Wearability

Subtil is positioned as a feminine fragrance, perfectly suited for modern ladies who value softness and grace in everyday life.

Its medium sillage ensures a subtle but noticeable presence, making it an excellent choice for the office, dates, or spring-summer walks – seasons when floral-fruity chords unfold especially brightly.

The fragrance belongs to the Floral and Fruity families, giving it versatility and cheerfulness, easily pairing with different styles and moods.

If you liked Subtil, you might also appreciate other fragrances: for example, Dior Les Créations de Monsieur Dior Diorissimo Eau de Parfum, Dior Fahrenheit 32 or Philosophy Summer Grace – each of them offers unique interpretations of floral-fruity themes for further exploration.

The Master Behind the Fragrance

Behind the creation of Subtil is the outstanding perfumer Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud, whose talent has gifted the world with many iconic compositions.

His work on this fragrance emphasizes attention to detail and the ability to combine notes into a harmonious whole, characteristic of the high level of craftsmanship in perfumery.

Subtil not only strengthened Salvatore Ferragamo's reputation as a brand creating exquisite perfumes but also became an embodiment of Italian refinement, continuing the house's traditions in the world of fragrances and attracting fans seeking elegance with a light fruity touch.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Perfume information

Description of the composition

The note pyramid of Salvatore Ferragamo Subtil begins with a playful start: Cherry, Fruity Note and Orange Blossom (fleur d'orange) create a fresh, fruity-floral chord that instantly lifts the mood and sets the tone for the entire composition.

In the heart of the fragrance, delicate floral notes unfold: Jasmine adds depth and sensuality, Lily of the Valley adds purity and freshness, and Tulip brings a light, almost spring-like note, creating a multifaceted bouquet.

The base is built on Musk (White Musk), which provides a soft, enveloping foundation, prolonging the sillage and adding warmth, concluding the fragrance with a smooth, cozy finish.

This combination of notes makes Subtil balanced and memorable, perfectly transitioning from a bright opening to a delicate heart and a stable base.

Perfumers

Gender Female
Brand Salvatore Ferragamo
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country Italy
Website http://www.salvatoreferragamo.it
Year of production 2002
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum

Composition pyramid

Cherry
Fruit note
Orange blossom
Jasmine
Lily of the Valley
Tulip
Musk

Families

Fragrance characteristics

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Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
12%
Unisex
12%
Female
75%
What kind of event
Date
12%
Wedding
0%
Sport
12%
Sleep
0%
For party
12%
For every day
25%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
12%
Theatre
0%
Office
25%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
43%
Spring
Spring
29%
Summer
Summer
0%
Autumn
Autumn
29%
For what style / mood
Casual
25%
Gala
25%
Classic
25%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
0%
Sporty
25%
For what age
under 18
25%
18-25 years old
0%
26-35 years old
0%
36-45 years
25%
46+ years old
0%
Any
50%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
25%
1-2 atomisations
50%
2-3 atomisations
25%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
The best places to apply a fragrance are the areas where it will reveal itself most fully and create the most vivid impression.
On the chest
14%
On the wrist
14%
On the knees
14%
On the back of the neck
14%
Behind the ears
14%
On the elbow
14%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
14%
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0%
On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
25%
1-2 atomisations
50%
2-3 atomisations
25%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
33%
Exoticism
0%
Luxury
17%
Euphoria
17%
Passion
0%
Joy
17%
Calm
17%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
Fragrances can attract attention and evoke positive emotions, others can leave neutral, and others can cause negative associations and repel people.
Effect
Pleasant and unobtrusive
3
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
Bottle
High quality
4
Spray
Spray
High quality
4
Packaging quality
Perfume bottle packaging quality is about protection and aesthetic appeal, including strength, reliability, design and materials. High quality ensures the safety and security of the product, a good first impression and attractiveness
Packaging quality
High quality
4
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Cocktail cherry, so sweet, in delicate tulips. The fragrance is elegant, quiet, and unobtrusive. There's something in it that reminds me of candies and lipstick, simply unforgettable
3/5
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I expected to smell tulip, but alas, only soapy flowers and some chemical cherry. I feel disappointed 😒
3/5
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Such fragrances are a real rarity now. This scent is interesting, of course, but it's positioned as fruity-floral, and in reality, it's just cherry that's overwhelming. It seems pleasant, but somehow optimistic, I guess, but getting hold of it is a whole problem
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I was expecting tulip, but ended up with some kind of boozy cherry. It's a shame, of course, but the scent still turned out pretty good - bright and delicious
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I looked at the composition hoping to find tulip, lily of the valley, and musk. Instead, I stumbled upon sharp powdery notes with sour cherry and a bitter aftertaste from the pit, all on a musky base 😒
5/5
5
What a fragrance I missed out on! So annoying I didn't buy it. It has such wonderful cherry, sweetish, with light white flowers and musk in the background. Simply delightful!!
4/5
4
I first smelled this perfume on my older sister in the early 2000s. It remained in my memory as an incredibly delicious and rich scent of ripe cherry, complemented by light powdery flowers
4/5
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This perfume reminds me of first love, it's so fresh and delicate, without any unnecessary heaviness. You can feel sweet jasmine in it, as well as a light, almost sterile lily of the valley and juicy cherry. It's energizing, flirty, and captivating 🌸
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They didn't give me tulips, and that's a disappointment, of course. But the scent itself - that's a completely different story. It's like ripe cherry, but not just sweet, with a slight bitterness. The jasmine here is delicate, but there's something languid about it that makes you ponder. And there's also the feeling as if someone is laying out dried fruits on a windowsill where the sun is scorching mercilessly. The result is a warm and passionate scent that leaves a bitter trail

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