Revlon
Charlie EDT
“The perfume that taught the '70s woman she didn't need a man to smell good.”
The take
What works
- ●One of the first mass-market feminist fragrance campaigns
- ●Pleasant floral-chypre still wearable
- ●Essentially free
Trade-offs
- ●Very dated aesthetic
- ●Low longevity
Notes
Top
Aldehydes
Hiacynth
Galbanum
Jasmine
GardeniaMid
Lily-of-the-Valley
GeraniumJasmine
CorianderWhite Lily
VioletBase
Oakmoss
Sandalwood
Vetiver
Musk
VanillaPerformance
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
Is Charlie a good Charlie Blue dupe?
80% similarity to Revlon Charlie Blue in our database — a real match, not just shared notes.
What does Charlie smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Rabanne Calandre (100%), House Of Sillage Emerald Reign (64%), Maison Martin Margiela Celestial Whispers (64%). Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.
How long does Charlie last?
4–6 hours on most skin (good longevity at 55/100) with solid projection.
When should you wear Charlie?
Best in fall, daytime-leaning. Suited to casual.
Is Charlie worth it?
At $5–$15, fine — with caveats. One of the first mass-market feminist fragrance campaigns. Pleasant floral-chypre still wearable.