Score

81/100

Emanuel Ungaro Diva

1983Jacques Polge

“Rose, civet and aldehydes in full evening dress — the eighties diva who owns the room.”

Diva

woody

floral

powdery

$30–$35Good value

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The take

What works

●Rich, complex rose-and-oakmoss chypre
●Serious longevity and presence
●Classy evening wear for fall and winter

Trade-offs

●The aldehydic opening is sharp at first
●A bold vintage style that needs confidence and a light hand

Performance

Longevity

8–10 hours

Projection

Across a table

Sillage

Strong trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, at night. Spring and daytime work too. Leans feminine.

When

Spring, 44%, works
Summer, 22%
Fall, 96%, best
Winter, 96%, best
Day, 69%, works
Night, 100%, best

Occasions

EverydayOffice Date nightNight outSpecial occasion

Gender

Leans feminine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Diva smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Animale, L'Arte di Gucci, La Perla. Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.

How long does Diva last?

8–10 hours on most skin (good longevity) with heavy sillage.

When should you wear Diva?

Diva is best in fall and winter, at night. Spring and daytime work too. It suits almost any occasion.

Is Diva worth it?

At $30–$35, yes for this tier. Rich, complex rose-and-oakmoss chypre. Serious longevity and presence.