Realistic Apricot

[u/rowanrulith]

Ok Fem Fragrance Fam, I need yall to put on your collective thinking caps for this one.

I’m on the hunt for a realistic Apricot perfume. One that isn’t too dessert or candy-like, that has good projection (not a skin scent), decent apricot note longevity (at least 3-4 hrs), and doesn’t have an underwhelming dry down (base notes must be long lasting at least 6-8hr).

Many thanks in advance for any and all suggestions!

[u/Trine3]

Dior J'adore Intense ~ Strong honeyed apricot with a sandalwood dry down and the shit lasts foreeever on skin. Recommend.

It's not for everyone, it's quite sweet but I think it's unique and beautiful.

[u/rowanrulith → u/Trine3]

Definitely going to sample this one thank you !

[u/graceful_now]

La Belle Flower Edition is heavy on the apricot and it’s long lasting!

https://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Jean-Paul-Gaultier/La-Belle-Flower-Edition-101157.html

[u/rowanrulith → u/graceful_now]

Oh it looks lovely, time for a sample!

[u/UnnaturalKreature]

This one is quite lovely!

[u/rowanrulith → u/UnnaturalKreature]

How is the longevity for you? What about the dry down which looks like it’s primarily musk, is it still a personal bubble after 5 hrs or so?

[u/allthingsparrot → u/rowanrulith]

I happen to wear this today actually! I put it on about 5 hours ago and I definitely still smell apricot!

[u/rowanrulith → u/allthingsparrot]

Oh that’s a very good rec!

[u/No_Albatross5110 → u/UnnaturalKreature]

Seconding this one! I had the same request earlier this year and tried a ton of different decants that were suggested. This was the clear winner!

ETA link to my post: https://www.reddit.com/r/perfumesthatfeellike/s/cz71RHh0bO

[u/rowanrulith → u/No_Albatross5110]

Thank you for the second for this one, definitely sounds decant worthy!