Ivoire (1980) / Ivoire de Balmain EDT by Balmain

Name: Ivoire (1980) / Ivoire de Balmain EDT
Brand: Balmain
Rating: 7.4 (203 reviews)

1980for women

Perfumer: Michel Hy

7.4/10

203 ratingsMost rate it 8 of 10

Ivoire (1980) / Ivoire de Balmain EDT by Balmain is a widely worn Chypre Floral fragrance for women. It was introduced in 1980. The composition is by Michel Hy. Top notes include Bergamot, Mandarin orange, Aldehydes and Lemon; middle notes include Neroli, Carnation, Jasmine and Cinnamon; base notes include Vanilla, Patchouli, Sandalwood and Tonka bean. It is best suited to spring and autumn. Most wearers rate it long-lasting, with a strong sillage.

At a glance

Longevity: Most rate it 7/10: long-lasting
Sillage: Most rate it 7/10: strong
Best seasons: Autumn and spring (60% of season votes)
Worn by: Mostly women, 63% of votes
Smells mainly: chypre, floral, green

Review

Main accords

Fragrance pyramid

30 notes

Ivoire (1980) / Ivoire de Balmain EDT features 30 fragrance notes across its scent pyramid.

Top notes

The opening

Heart notes

After 15 to 30 minutes

Base notes

The dry-down

Ratings

From the Aromifo community

Scent

203 ratings

7.4

Most rate it 8 of 10.

Longevity

155 ratings

7.8

Most rate it 7 of 10.

Sillage

150 ratings

7.1

Most rate it 7 of 10.

When to wear

251 season votes

Spring30%
Summer21%
Autumn30%
Winter19%

Who wears it

Men27%
Unisex10%
Women63%

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