Pleasures by Estée Lauder
Brand: Estée Lauder
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Green notes, freesia and pink pepper open onto lilies, white peony, lilac and jasmine over musk, cedar and sandalwood. A sheer, dewy floral.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 1995 · Women
Key accords: Green Notes, Freesia, Pink Pepper, Violet Leaf, Lily of the Valley, Peony
Top Notes
- Green Notes
- Freesia
- Pink Pepper
- Violet Leaf
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Musk
- Cedar
- Sandalwood
- Patchouli
Occasions: Daytime, Office, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Summer
Fragrance overview
Pleasures by Estée Lauder belongs to the floral fragrance family. Green notes, freesia and pink pepper open onto lilies, white peony, lilac and jasmine over musk, cedar and sandalwood. A sheer, dewy floral. Pleasures opens with Green Notes, Freesia, Pink Pepper, and Violet Leaf. The heart brings Lily of the Valley, Peony, Lilac, Lily, Rose, and Jasmine. It dries down to Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Patchouli.
How to wear Pleasures
On skin, Pleasures by Estée Lauder has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime, office, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Pleasures first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Pleasures : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Pleasures opens with Green Notes, Freesia, Pink Pepper, and Violet Leaf.
The heart brings Lily of the Valley, Peony, Lilac, Lily, Rose, and Jasmine.
It dries down to Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Patchouli.
What to layer with Pleasures
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, jasmine, and cedar.
Order: Apply Pleasures first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Pleasures : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share green notes, freesia, and rose.
Order: Apply Pleasures first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Pleasures : 2 sprays CK One
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share violet leaf, jasmine, and musk.
Order: Apply Pleasures first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Pleasures : 1 spray Fahrenheit
Hacivat by Nishane
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and patchouli.
Order: Apply Pleasures first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hacivat on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Pleasures : 2 sprays Hacivat
Nomade by Chloé
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share freesia, rose, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Pleasures first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nomade on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Pleasures : 2 sprays Nomade
Pairings to approach with care
Boundless by Amouage
Not Recommended · 30/99
Boundless has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Boundless brings a spicy contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Pleasures first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boundless on top for spicy lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Pleasures : 1 spray Boundless
Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 30/99
Tobacco Vanille has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco Vanille brings a tobacco contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Pleasures first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco Vanille on top for tobacco lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Pleasures : 1 spray Tobacco Vanille
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include pink pepper, jasmine, and cedar.
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include green notes, freesia, and rose.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include violet leaf, jasmine, and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Pleasures?
Pleasures opens with Green Notes, Freesia, Pink Pepper, and Violet Leaf. The heart brings Lily of the Valley, Peony, Lilac, Lily, Rose, and Jasmine. It dries down to Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Patchouli.
How long does Pleasures last, and how strong is it?
Pleasures by Estée Lauder has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Pleasures?
It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime, office, and casual.
What layers well with Pleasures?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, jasmine, and cedar. Apply Pleasures first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Pleasures : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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