Elizabeth Taylor
White Diamonds EDT
“Hollywood glamour preserved in amber and tuberose — every grandmother's finest moment.”
The take
What works
- ●Best-selling celebrity fragrance of all time
- ●Rich floral-aldehyde DNA at near-nothing price
- ●Cultural phenomenon
Trade-offs
- ●Aldehyde opening is very retro
- ●Modern noses may find it dated
Notes
Top
Aldehydes
Lily
Neroli
Orange
BergamotMid
Egyptian Tuberose
Jasmine
Ylang-Ylang
NarcissusCarnation
Italian Orris RootTurkish Rose
CinnamonBase
Musk
Amber
Sandalwood
Oakmoss
PatchouliPerformance
When to wear
Occasions
Gender
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does White Diamonds last?
6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity at 70/100) with solid projection.
When should you wear White Diamonds?
Strongest in winter and fall, evening-leaning. Suited to special occasion, date night, casual.
Is White Diamonds worth it?
At $20–$40, yes — and the gap to the next tier up is real. Best-selling celebrity fragrance of all time. Rich floral-aldehyde DNA at near-nothing price.
Details
- Perfumer
- Carlos Benaïm, Sophia Grojsman