Ophelie by Pierre Cardin bottle
Pierre Cardin

Ophelie

3.9/5 · 21 votes Feminine 1995
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.1/5
Sillage3.1/5
Day50
Night70
Fall100
Winter80
Spring70
Summer20
Our take

Ophelie opens with a bright rush of orange blossom and narcissus that feels immediate and slightly effervescent. Gardenia and lily-of-the-valley soften the entry, steering the scent toward a classic white floral character rather than a sharp citrus blast. The early impression is clean and composed, with just enough lift to keep the flowers from sitting flat against the skin.

As the fragrance develops, rose and ylang-ylang bring a gentle warmth that deepens the bouquet. Jasmine and osmanthus add a fruity, golden quality, while palisander rosewood introduces a faintly polished wood tone that keeps the heart from becoming overly sweet. Sandalwood and cedar anchor the base with a dry, creamy finish, and musk ties the elements together in a way that feels traditional rather than modern.

This is a scent for someone who enjoys a full, layered floral that does not shy away from its roots in older perfumery. It suits evenings when the air is cool and the light is low, wrapping the wearer in a bouquet that feels intentional and a bit formal. The atmosphere it creates is like walking through a quiet hallway lined with fresh roses and dark wood panels, where the air itself carries the weight of a heavy silk curtain drawn against the night.

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