Charlie Blue by Revlon
Brand: Revlon
Concentration: EDT
Scent overview
The 70s green floral: bright citrus, peach, hyacinth and tarragon over jasmine, rose and carnation, settling on sandalwood, oakmoss, vanilla and musk.
Is Charlie Blue worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, lemon and peach, jasmine and lily of the valley at the heart, then dries down to sandalwood and oakmoss.
Scent Score: 55/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Fades faster than most fragrances. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 37, versatility 67, layerability 90 and value 37, each out of 100.
Buyers say it works for any occasion, is worth the price and gets compliments. Buyers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 50 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDT · Introduced 1973 · Women
Key accords: Bergamot, Lemon, Peach, Hyacinth, Tarragon, Jasmine
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Lemon
- Peach
- Hyacinth
- Tarragon
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Sandalwood
- Oakmoss
- Vanilla
- Musk
- Orris
Occasions: Casual, Office
Seasons: Spring, Fall
Fragrance overview
Charlie Blue by Revlon belongs to the floral fragrance family. The 70s green floral: bright citrus, peach, hyacinth and tarragon over jasmine, rose and carnation, settling on sandalwood, oakmoss, vanilla and musk. Charlie Blue opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Peach, Hyacinth, and Tarragon. The heart brings Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, Rose, and Carnation. It dries down to Sandalwood, Oakmoss, Vanilla, Musk, and Orris.
How to wear Charlie Blue
On skin, Charlie Blue by Revlon has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDT concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for casual and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Bleu de Chanel first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Charlie Blue over the top for floral complexity. Start with 2 sprays Charlie Blue : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Charlie Blue opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Peach, Hyacinth, and Tarragon.
The heart brings Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, Rose, and Carnation.
It dries down to Sandalwood, Oakmoss, Vanilla, Musk, and Orris.
What to layer with Charlie Blue
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 lemon, jasmine, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Bleu de Chanel first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Charlie Blue over the top for floral complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Charlie Blue : 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 bergamot, lemon, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Charlie Blue 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 Charlie Blue : 2 sprays CK One
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Fahrenheit first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Charlie Blue over the top for floral complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Charlie Blue : 1 spray Fahrenheit
For Her by Narciso Rodriguez
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and musk scents naturally complement each other, and they share hyacinth, rose, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Charlie Blue first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer For Her on top for musk lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Charlie Blue : 2 sprays For Her
Nomade by Chloé
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, lemon, and peach.
Order: Apply Charlie Blue 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 Charlie Blue : 2 sprays Nomade
Pairings to approach with care
Poivre 23 by Le Labo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 30/99
Poivre 23 has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Poivre 23 brings a spicy contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Poivre 23 first — its spicy depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Charlie Blue over the top for floral complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Charlie Blue : 1 spray Poivre 23
Material by Amouage
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 33/99
Material has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Material brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Material first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Charlie Blue over the top for floral complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Charlie Blue : 1 spray Material
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include lemon, jasmine, and sandalwood.
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include bergamot, lemon, and jasmine.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include bergamot, lemon, and jasmine.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Charlie Blue?
Charlie Blue opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Peach, Hyacinth, and Tarragon. The heart brings Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, Rose, and Carnation. It dries down to Sandalwood, Oakmoss, Vanilla, Musk, and Orris.
How long does Charlie Blue last, and how strong is it?
Charlie Blue by Revlon has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDT concentration.
When should you wear Charlie Blue?
It's best in spring and fall. It suits casual and office.
What layers well with Charlie Blue?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, jasmine, and sandalwood. Apply Bleu de Chanel first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Charlie Blue over the top for floral complexity. Start with 2 sprays Charlie Blue : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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