The details
White Diamonds is formulated by none other than the Elizabeth Taylor. It is a floral aldehyde fragrance that is ideal for older women.
Fragrance
The top notes include aldehydes, bergamot, orange, neroli, and lily while the middle notes include a wide array of flowers; Egyptian tuberose, Ylang-ylang, jasmine, Narcissus, Italian Orris Root, Turkish rose, carnation, and cinnamon. Amber, musk, oakmoss, patchouli, and sandalwood are dominant base notes.
Longevity of smell
The average longevity that most people have approximated is around five to six hours; which is slightly more than any perfumes. However, people have also complained that it fades away much quicker, once you are out of your room. This problem can easily be resolved by how much you are applying and if you are applying it to the right parts of your body. The best thing about the perfume is that you can easily build up its intensity.
Bottle design
The bottle is in a shape of a long cylindrical which has a spraying mechanism. The spray is in a fine mist and does not leave large, wet blobs all over your clothes. It is present in 1, 1.7, 3.3, and 5.2 fl oz so you can buy a travel-friendly size as well as one for your home.
Value
It is a truly feminine scent that is captivating, mature, and sophisticated. It was first launched in 1991 and has been famous ever since. It is most commonly used in older women so if you are thinking of buying it for your mother, mother-in-law, or grandmother, then go right ahead!
Final verdict
Ethereal, sparkling, and luminous are the three words that best describe this product. Imagine yourself in a decadent bubble bath that smells of flowers, cinnamon, and a little bit of spice; that is how this particular perfume smells like. Most people categorize it as a ‘spring fragrance’ although, you can use it all around the year.