The Last Spritz

Lancôme

Lancôme La Vie Est Belle

EDP2012
Lancôme La Vie Est Belle

Life is beautiful, and it smells like iris praline — the optimist's fragrance.

89/100Our rating
When to wear
Spring50%
Summer40%
Fall60%
Winter60%
Day50%
Night55%
The take

What works

  • Iris-praline-patchouli is effortlessly warm and approachable
  • True year-round versatility for a gourmand
  • Gift-perfect — gets the reaction every time

Trade-offs

  • Sweet base can feel one-dimensional over time
  • Ubiquity has dulled its impact
Notes

Top

Blackcurrant, Pear

Mid

Iris, Jasmine

Base

Praline, Vanilla, Patchouli, Tonka Bean

Performance
Longevity80

Excellent — 8–10 hours

Projection65

Moderate — noticeable presence

Sillage70

Noticeable trail

Gender
Strongly feminine
Price & value
$80–$140Good value
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Details
Perfumer
Dominique Ropion
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