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Stephanie Stephanie de Monaco, that first saw the light of day in 1989, sits firmly in the category of a feminine fragrance, falling within the east family. Its authors — perfumers Jacques Polge and François Demachy. By character, it falls into the spicy, gourmet, and balsamic groups. Available as eau de parfum.
Expect a moderate sillage — enough to be remembered, not enough to overwhelm. The longevity is high — this one will stay with you for the long haul. The birthplace of this fragrance — France, a place with a refined nose. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
It can be felt in close proximity, but does not attract the attention of those around you
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The composition of Stephanie evolves as an expressive line of development, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The signature of Stephanie de Monaco comes through in details that define the fragrance identity. No excess details, only what works, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Eau de parfum emphasizes a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
Right at the start you catch radiant lemon-bergamot first notes: Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin and Rosewood.
When the opening settles you detect Cinnamon, Clove, Geranium, Lilac, Rose and ylang-ylang carrying a harmonious floral direction.
The internal accord map is driven by these accords: Balsamic, Citrus, Gourmet and Floral with each one in a clear role. Background accords such as Wood, Amber and Spicy enrich the profile without taking over. The profile is feminine, which makes the scent profile easier to read. In longevity terms High indicates a stable lasting impression.
At the note-group layer the profile is anchored in Balsamic, Gourmet, Spicy and Citrus. The palette also extends to Wood, Floral, Whiteflower and Ambery.
Overall Stephanie holds a coherent structure — the first stage creates momentum, the heart develops the core line, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Stephanie de Monaco |
| Segment | Luxury perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Year of production | 1989 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
| License holder | Bourjois |
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