unisex
Balenciaga
Michelle
Perfumer:Francoise Caron
Main Accords
white floralwoodytuberosegreenfloralsweetpowderyvanillawarm spicyearthy
Head Notes:Gardenia, Green Notes, Coconut, Aldehydes, Peach
Heart Notes:Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Carnation, Jasmine, Iris, Rose, Orchid
Lasting Impressions:Oakmoss, Vanilla, Benzoin, Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver
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Overall Rating
4.3/5Based on 26 votes
Sillage
Moderate
IntimateModerateStrong
Longevity
7.7 hours
0 hr6 hr12 hr+
Behind the making
About this fragrance
Michelle by Balenciaga Michelle by Balenciaga is a Floral fragrance for women. Michelle was launched in 1979. The nose behind this fragrance is Francoise Caron. Top notes are Gardenia, Green Notes, Coconut, Aldehydes and Peach; middle notes are Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Carnation, Jasmine, Iris, Rose and Orchid; base notes are Oakmoss, Vanilla, Benzoin, Musk, Sandalwood and Vetiver. Michelle, created in 1979, is an eternal....
Launch Year1979
ConcentrationEau de Parfum
PerfumerFrancoise Caron
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positive Reviews
Michelle by Balenciaga is celebrated as a sophisticated floral chypre that artfully blends tuberose and gardenia with a creamy coconut and spicy undertones, evoking nostalgia for the late 70s and early 80s. Many reviewers appreciate its complexity and elegant composition, which transitions beautifully from bold florals to a soft, powdery dry down.
What people love
The creamy, well-balanced blend of tuberose and gardenia.Nostalgic and sophisticated scent profile appealing to various age groups.Long-lasting with a pleasant dry down that becomes soft and warm.
Common Concerns
Some find the initial aldehydic opening too strong or dated.A few reviewers mention a lack of projection or sillage.Not everyone can detect the coconut note, which some consider essential to its character.
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