Bazar by Christian Lacroix bottle
Christian Lacroix

Bazar

3.9/5 · 1,352 votes Feminine 2002
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
Heart notes
Nasturtium
Base notes
Violet RootSycamore

Character

Longevity3.3/5
Sillage3.1/5
Day100
Night19
Spring82
Summer74
Fall56
Winter29
Our take

Bazar opens with a burst of candied nectarine and peach, peppered just enough to keep it from turning into syrup. The orange blossom and cassia add a soft, powdery warmth that feels like the first breath of spring air in a busy market. As it settles, nasturtium and peony push forward with a green, almost watery bite, while hibiscus and frangipani wrap everything in a creamy floral haze. The base is where the magic fades a little, musk and violet root turning the fruit into a polite, woody powder that sits close to the skin. This is a cheerful, uncomplicated floral fruity that leans decisively synthetic in a pleasant, early-2000s way. It never tries to be niche or profound, and that is its charm.

The overall character is like a stack of ripe apricots arranged on a freshly laundered linen cloth, sunny and slightly sticky. Longevity and sillage are modest, around three hours before it becomes a whisper, so do not expect to be noticed from across the room. This is a daytime scent for the woman who wants to smell sweet and pretty without demanding attention. It thrives in spring and summer, perfect for brunch, a garden party, or a casual office where you want a gentle floral halo. Skip it if you crave depth, smoke, or anything that lasts past lunch.

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