Description
Aerin Lauder, Estee Lauder’s granddaughter, founded her lifestyle brand in 2011 and has since been popular for her cosmetics, home items, jewelry and purses. The house is expanding their offer to include perfumes and is launching five of them in 2013. – Gardenia Rattan, Amber Musk, Lilac Path, Ikat Jasmine, and Evening Rose will launch in November. The creator wanted to provide a scent for each mood and time of year.
All fragrances were developed with assistance by Firmenich perfumers. The collection was inspired by fabrics that Aerin uses in her creations. Even the outer boxes feature fabric designs from Lauder’s line. Each bottle is crowned with a differently colored stone that incorporates the color of one of the ingredients in the perfume — green for Gardenia Rattan, pale brown for Amber Musk, pink for Lilac Path, white for Ikat Jasmine and purple for Evening Rose.
Inspiration behind Lilac Path is the lilac bush which blooms at her late grandmother Estée Lauder’s summer cottage. The perfume blooms with galbanum, creamy jasmine lactones, angelica seed oil and orange flower. The carton is decorated with design, “Marila,” which combines two unique designs to create a signature batik.
The fragrances arrive on the market in November 2013 and will be available for purchas as 50 ml eau de parfum spray.
timati-maks – :
This is lilac. It is blatantly floral in the besy way. Soft and pretty with pleanty of realistic nuances. If I try I do get moments that ate clearly honeysuckle or jasmine, but its neber am amorphous floral bouquet smell, and that is what i need out of my flower smells.
Well done
aleksei435 – :
Congratulations, you have managed to make lilac boring.
The lilac in here is sweet, dried and powdered. Very heavy. I imagine old lady like Madeleine Albright wearing this. Such a shame.
I mean, if I did not love lilac so much, I would not consider this a bad scent, just one moderately heavy, moderately sweet, moderately powdery and kind of conservative, so if you are looking for something like this, Lilac Path might be it.
ailee – :
Smells exactly like the lilac bush. But not my favorite.
vas2798 – :
Absolutely stunning, may call this my biggest love of the range – and there’s a few loves. It doesn’t last that long (on the winter evening I sprayed it on the back of my hand), but the 5 hours it stay were glorious. Photorealistic lilac. Perfection!
vfm411JeomiWogkig – :
I’ve never been a big fan of certain floral scents like Rose or Lilac. But in the past year, I have found myself stepping out of my comfort zone and giving these particular scents a chance ( I’m more of a Jasmine fan). After making a “Very EXPENSIVE” purchase of Aerin Lauder’s: Rose De Grasse, I was hooked!! And decided to move forward and also buy: Aerin’s – Lilac Path. I must admit this is true gem. It’s fresh, soft a true lilac. I’m very impressed and happy to own this perfume. Thank you Aerin for keeping things “uncomplicated” with this formula.
dron7hp – :
I purchased the rollerball last summer because it reminded me of the lilac tree we used to have in the backyard.
Growing up I LOVED the smell of lilacs, when the wind would blow I could get a faint sniff of lilacs through my window.
I’m not sure if it’s the rollerball or the perfume itself, but it would only stay for maybe an hour or two and then disappear into barely-there floral scent.
I recommend it if you don’t mind reapplying for a realistic lilac scent, there’s nothing synthetic about this fragrance.
tolik_72 – :
This is a tricky perfume for me. It smells beautiful, and identically resembles the light purple lilacs I grew up with. However, while I like smelling it, I’m not sure I actually want to smell like this. I kept smelling it on myself, and it quickly became too much.
Vladonkins – :
omG! Another winner! Normally I don’t like this overpriced
underwhelming line with ONE exception and that is Evening
Rose – due to mY nouveau fondness of OUD and of course
the romance & femininity of Rose triumphs all flowers – well
now! I am now finally trying Lilac Path and I must say that I
like Lilac Path BETTER! Whatta surprise WAY better, in fact
Lilac Path is THE honeysuckle perfume I have been looking
for all mY life, now here it is! I did try Aerin’s Mediterranean
Honeysuckle and guess what? THAT AIN’T IT! This is!! M!!!
Wore out today just doing errands. Pretty but unremarkable,
unobtrusive even to the point of being unnoticeable, with all
of this being said (and it’s a warm sunny day) oh so lovely 🙂
swp – :
Lilac Path tried to supplant my dearly loved Alfred Sung Sha (also a gorgeous lilac). And when I challenge test them, one on each arm; it’s absolutely no contest that Aerin comes across as more “natural.” And I will begrudgingly admit that Lilac Path starts out much more beautiful to me.
But perfumes are a whole package. And while the opening burst of Lilac Path is swooningly divine, the scent opens with its high note; and steadily loses strength and “magic” and even the lilac-ness; to become a very lovely light green floral. A lovely light green floral with low staying power ultimately doesn’t warrant the price tag of Aerin for me.
ALEX.COM – :
I got a bottle of Lilac Path from the very generous Plrowden! Thank you again for sharing such lovely perfumes!
Now about the scent itself…It’s just like walking down a road with fragrant flowers growing on the side. The sun shines bright, and honey bees are lost in the flowers. I don’t know what real lilac smells like, but i can smell the jasmine in the bunch. It’s an uncomplicated flower bouquet, a perfume that doesn’t try to shapeshift into many other things. At the same time it’s elegant and nice. It’s not too much if you wear it to run errands or do some house chores, and not too casual for night gown occasions. For me, i think it’s perfect for days where you are stuck indoors and you long to be out and about. It smells just like flowers in the sun.
P.s. The cap is so pretty!
mamuka – :
This scent is gorgeous. Grown up, too grown up for a college girl, but certainly not elderly. Sophisticated yet simple. I’m 30, and I wanted a scent to wear around the house as I raise my young children; a scent they could catch one day and be reminded of their mother. Something soft and comforting, sweet but not overly so. Something my daughter smells when she comes up to me while I sit at my vanity, with my journal open and a vase of flowers being kissed by sunlight. This is the smell of our hug, the smell as I brush through her beautiful hair with my fingers and listen to her dreams. This is exactly how I want to be remembered–as pure, gentle and genuine as this lilac. I’m seriously in love.
kinchka70 – :
Wow, just wow. I’ve always loved the smell of lilacs, but apart from buying essential oils of it I haven’t found many fragrances over the years that do a pure and authentic lilac scent (or don’t ruin it by combining with other scents that interfere with it). I stumbled on this purely out of boredom at Sephora and had to have it. It is the best lilac scent I’ve found so far and wear it when I want to be reminded of spring and smelling the lilacs that never stay around long enough. Luckily I don’t smell any of the other notes listed, just the lilac. So if you’re a big fan of the lilac flower like I am, I don’t think you’ll be disappointed trying this fragrance!
jdm855InsuffBooni – :
I think this perfume smells even better that En Passant. So light, so feminine, so simple and elegant. Love it.
Mehll355Diobtetty – :
Pretty and refreshing floral perfume without any off notes. Reminds me of Jo Malone Orange Blossom.
Update: I love this perfume. I have used half of the bottle in just a few months. This is such a pretty floral lilac perfume. High quality, relaxing and long lasting.
julya – :
So pretty! Really just smells like being outside on a warm spring day, no “floral perfume notes”, just sweet airy flowers. It’s not just lilac, I actually get a lot of honeysuckle from this as well.
I disagree that it’s a match for Pacifica French Lilac. Pacifica’s has a powdery/soapy vanilla thing that’s a bit off, it doesn’t feel quite as natural. This one is definitely one of the most true-to-life flowery fragrances I’ve tried, the natural springiness reminds me of Jo Malone Orange Blossom.
Weeplikesse – :
Definitely a true lilac scent – that’s all I smell. I’m not a huge fan of floral perfumes – to me they are just a mish mosh of sweetness (don’t like sweet) but I love the smell of roses and lilacs, so I use singular note perfumes of those (as well as lavender) that I like to wear at bedtime. This is my lilac – divine while it lasts.
semmarat – :
This smells like real lilac, very nice! We had a lilac bush in our backyard when I was growing up, and oh does this take me back to that! This smells literally like when I was standing next to that lilac bush; fresh, clean, green, LILAC!! So nice to experience a fragrance that smells like the real deal. I also get a touch of soapiness to this. Just a very fresh-type, light, almost airy fragrance in my book.
While this is kind of a Spring scent, I am enjoying it as we head into the dead of Winter. Just a nice refreshing scent that rejuvenates the grey, dreary doldrums of a Winter day! Lasts on me about 3 hours in the cold, cold Winter, with no weird changing of scents or notes. More of a grown woman’s fragrance, I think. Nothing ‘artificial smelling’ about this. Very nicely done.
alex123456789 – :
I’m so surprised by how much I like (even love) this! It’s almost the same feeling when I first discovered En Passant.. How can such effortless fragrance caught me so off-guard! It has a similar vibe (not in notes) to YSL’s Paris, but more natural, and I can definitely smell the honeysuckle even though it’s the lowest-voted note. Definitely my favorite from this brand (and the rest I don’t care for).
*I think like this a little more than En Passant because it’s sweeter without feeling artificial; also, the quality is (obviously) better than Pacifica because that one’s much sharper like a room spray
pila – :
This smells divine. A magical act of placing your face in a perfect spring bouquet. Breathe it in. Sillage starts out moderate, but gets softer with the 4 hour longevity. I would love more if it stayed stronger longer. But a beautifully soft lilac done pretty. I would enjoy wearing this very much! Happy smelling! 🙂
Dima Galiahmetov – :
A very nice green lilac scent. It doesn’t seem to have quite the same longevity at the others in this series, but it is still very true the lilac and spring flowers throughout the life of the fragrance on my skin.
Very well done.
Ikd9lsmdSf – :
this scent literally drives me crazy!!!! in a good way! I work at von maur and got introduced to this just by sniffing around and I couldn’t stop smelling it ! it literally is intoxicating to me, it’s so fresh and sweet and not overwhelming ! the scent got noticed easily when I wore it and I found it wore well with me. I’m glad I stumbled upon this. Only con is it is super expensive
Jackson81 – :
A pretty, delicate fragrance that revolves around dewy, dusty purple lilac clusters. But is it worth $100-$150? Definitely not. You can find comparable scents to this for $10-$20 elsewhere. To justify a price like that you need supreme, impeccable quality or a fresh perspective, neither of which Lilac Path possess.
yury1996 – :
I read the Anne of Green Gables series every few years or so, and have since I was 10. The historical elements, descriptions of fashion and the beauty of Avonlea, and the feeling of being a young girl again never gets old. Since discovering Lilac Path, everytime I’ve revisited the books I’ve sprayed it on my wrist and have huffed it chapter after chapter. Lilac Path is the perfect “scent track” for those beautiful books.
This is a warm lilac fragrance, sunny and realistic. In a time where staying inside and sitting at the computer is common, Lilac Path calls us out-of-doors and gently reminds us that the real magic, the real stimulation of life, can be found on flowering paths and under bowers, amongst busy insects, fresh greenery, puffy petals and beside the tinkling sounds of a swift-moving brook.
Somehow this fragrance feels “old” and current at the same time. It is not too heavy or “frilly” like lilac fragrances can feel, and I think that the punch of greenery in Lilac Path makes it so easy to wear. It’s a clean spin on a classic floral note, and somehow that enhances the whimsy. I love Lilac Path.
Kolasec – :
Like walking down a garden path… searching for a lilac? The lilac here is far too understated to rank placement in the title. Very green and pleasant, just not enough of the guest of honor!
Jaap_de_hoop – :
This fragrence is completely divine! Lilac is my favourite flower and this honours it!
I tried it at Sephora on the weekend and could not stop bringing my hand to my nose… For the entire rest of the day!! Like a bloodhound or a crazy woman. I can still smell it on my scarf 4 days later!!! (She says with said scarf wrapped unnecessarily around her)
I remember sampling it a year ago and being disappointed that it wasn’t an EXACT replica of the scent of a lilac. I was clearly too fussy and demanding of it… I wanted a lilac but this perfume offers an entire lilac garden complete with multiple varieties of lilacs, giving much more complexity and depth than one would get from a solitary flower. We also have a number of other (lesser) green and white-flowery notes that enhance the lilacs and complete this little lilac path we find ourselves wandering. The lilac is real but not quite real. Like a friend in a dream who seems to be wearing someone else’s face yet is perfectly recognizable as your dear friend. It’s lilac but not quite as I’ve ever experienced before.
Still, I’m in love. I cannot get enough of this scent, I’m shocked it isn’t as loved as it should be… I can only imagine that too many people just wanted an exact lilac replica as I did at first. Give it another try!!! It’s magical.
Ps I also have the Pacifica lilac perfume but its super synthetic compared to Aerins version. Nice, but not wonderful by any means. I’ve had it for years and basically never pick it up. 🙁
Otkaznik – :
I really wanted to smell a realistic lilac scent. But no,i can feel that, one of the notes is lilac,but that’s it. It’s just a note. I really don’t understand people who say this is exactly like real lilacs. No,it’s just a combination of notes.it is a nice perfume,but i wanted something different. I wanted to love En Passant by Frederic Malle,a perfume that really smells like a lilac. But is has that strong naphthalene sensation . However,between Lilac Path and En Passant,i prefer En Passant.It really makes me think of lilacs ,it’s much more artistic. It’s so sad that is has the naphthalene sensation,quite strong. Lilac Path smells ordinary.I would pay 50 pounds for this,not more.
Vini22 – :
I can only sense lilac note in it. It reminds me of how I liked to collect lilacs when I was a child. Sun is shining, lilacs are the most beautiful and there’s not one cloud in the blue sky.
It’s awesome, that there are perfumes like that. I don’t know if I’d buy it though. It’s a very cool scent, but I’m into sweeter fragrances.
Otherwise, it’s a nice perfume, natural lilac smelling.
A product of quality for sure!
Vetal-1 – :
Just got a chance to sample this – En Passant I think will always be king but this is absolutely stunning.
cvbnjc – :
Finally, my search for a lilac fragrance may be over? Lilac Path is lovely. Yes, there are other notes in it but they support the lilac so that it shines beautifully – so essentially floral and graceful, it fills me with a longing for spring as it wafts from my wrist on this cold winter’s day.
En Passant came so close to being the lilac for me -but for the cucumber in it. And some other lilac soliflores I have tried have all fallen short – too sharp on the opening or drydown, not long-lasting enough and so on. Of course I have not tried all of them – and perhaps I just have to do that before I actually acquire a full bottle of Lilac Path.
kamilsaybunov – :
This is a clean, straightforward and very pleasant floral! It smells like true lilacs and doesn’t develop on my skin, but I don’t mind because it’s a really nice scent. It’s quite long lasting and keeps on smelling fresh the whole time.
I only wish they would sell small bottles of this; I won’t wear this every day because it’s so specific. But it’s great for spring days. I’ll use up my sample and decide if I want to buy a bottle anyway. The bottles look pretty on photo with the stones on top.
This is a ‘must try’ for all the floral fans
parallepiped – :
OMG this smells just like lilacs. Funny how lilac is not listed in the notes.
goza32 – :
I was beyond stoked to try this perfume, and after reviewing the notes, ordered it blindly. Though it is a balanced and nicely composed perfume it’s nothing like what I was expecting. The lilac is weak and too green. The jasmine note overpowers everything else. Lilac Path seriously smells like vintage Love’s Soft Jasmin on my skin. Lovely, but not worth it’s luxury price tag. Longevity and sillage are a joke for as much as this costs. Comparing Lilac Path to Pacifica’s French Lilac, the latter does come off a bit more synthetic but is overall a more realistic lilac fragrance.
VonSpoireeKer – :
Where is the lilac under the note listings? Considering this is predominantly a lilac fragrance don’t you think you should have the correct notes listed–in this case lilac? Somebody needs to correct that.
In any case this is a very pretty lilac perfume which is well-blended with galbanum (giving it a green feel), orange blossom, jasmine and a touch of bitter angelica seed The addition of those other notes give the perfume some depth.. It doesn’t have that air freshener vibe that so many lilac perfumes tend to have. It’s creamy, feminine and airy. Aerin Lauder did a nice job on this one. I’ve tried the Aerin Lauder Gardenia Rattan fragrance and I didn’t like that one at all. Lilac Path is much nicer IMO. Worth a sniff if you like lilac fragrances and don’t want something that smells like air freshener. I used to really like En Passant lilac perfume by Frederic Malle but lately I find the aquatic note in that one hard to take. I think I prefer Lilac Path.
VASILISC – :
Another uber realistic beautiful floral. I bought three samples..so no need to buy a full bottle. These will be fine for days I want a good solid floral,lilac to be precise! Drydown gets just slightly powdery with a smidge of amber. I find buying samples plenty to dabble in florals!
andrus733 – :
Very pretty and feminine; a simple lilac scent that doesn’t overpower. Very realistic and quite linear. As with the others in this range the sillage is quite gentle and the longevity could be better, but for what it is, it’s quite lovely.
nreqkbjb – :
This perfume is absolutely divine.
I suppose i could look for other words to describe it, but they all would be synonyms i’m afraid…
bodo07 – :
This perfume couldn’t be named any better! It smells exactly like a lilac bush. I can’t understand how lilac is not listed in the notes pyramid. Projection is moderate and staying power could range from 4-6 hours depending on the wearer and how much of it has been sprayed. On my skin this is a pure floral. If I had to imagine a color for it, it would be purple peppered with dark green dots. Google “Watermelon Tourmaline” and look at the pictures. In my mind, this smells exactly how that beautiful stone looks!
Compared to a pastel floral such as Yves Rocher Pur Desir de Lilas, this is a bit deeper, spicier, and more complex. If you were to compare this to a more perfume-y lilac composition such as Fleurs d`Ombre Jasmin Lilas, I’d say this is a less musky and a more natural interpretation of it. I know that there are a lot of perfumistas amongst us who are mourning the discontinuation of Jasmin Lilas. I was lucky enough to snag a very expensive but small bottle of it a few years ago. I’ve been using it sparingly because I was afraid to run out of it. It’s virtually impossible to find it anywhere anymore. Folks, the good news is: This is a very decent replacement for it!! The composition opens with a very prominent lilac note. The first few minutes are nothing but fresh lilacs. Unlike Jasmin Lilas, there are no overripe fruits present. For me this is an improvement to the composition. The heart phase, much like the Jasmin Lilas, is dominated by a spicy jasmine note with lilac following as the secondary presence. I cannot detect any orange flower or angelica as the notes suggest. I think a touch of galbanum is what gives it that spicy edge and, when combined with a hint of green notes, imitates that smell of “bush” as you walk down the lilac path. The drydown is a light floral that is subtle, feminine, pleasant, and wearable in all seasons.
I’ve been reading through the reviews for Aerin Lauder perfumes in general. I cannot understand the disdain generated towards them. I already own 4 of their beauties so it’s safe to say that Aerin is quickly becoming one of my favorite perfumes houses. I think, for the price, they are well composed with quality ingredients. Aerin Rose de Grasse is one of my favorite roses of all times and I’d be surprised if people wouldn’t plunk down a bunch of money if these were bottled under the Guerlain or Tauer or even Tom Ford brands. Give the Aerin perfumes a fair chance. They’re an understated house that deserves more credit. 🙂
Dirk Pitt – :
Lilac Path is just like pure lilac in a bottle, it is so pure, comparable with Jo Malone series, last all day on me, i adore its simpleness.
nyh361speagoessenda – :
The Aerin line has three elegant, strong, natural and harmonious white flower perfumes, Jasmin Ikat, Ratan, and this one which is my favourite. It’s very natural, it reminds me of the original Jo Malone scents, it’s very much like the real thing, having spent several summers of my life in New England this is what a lush flowery summer garden in bloom smells like. As with lilac, it’s sweet, but it’s also very fresh, there’s a green note in there somewhere, along with jasmine and plumeria, it’s gorgeous and less creamy than the other two.Sillage and staying power are very good. They are all classic scents, beautiful and non dramatic, they please, rather than ” grow” on you, and I like them for that. They are ” all American” in that sense, easy smiles, rich and generous. Very good for the summer and for when you don’t want anything complicated.
alayn0105 – :
I have a lilac bush under my kitchen window and when it blooms in the spring the fragrance comes through the open window and fills the house! Alas, this blooming is short lived i love likacs so much i’ll pull up a chair as close as i can to the bush and spend some time with a good book. Now that i have found this feagrance i can experience lilac wgenever i want! I had purcased the sampler at the Estee Lauder counter and wore the lilac path on saturday . I dont know if anyone else could smell me but i smelled myself for a good part of the day . It was Spring in late January! And so, heres another perfume to add to my wish list. There are not enough days in a lifetime…..
denik60 – :
Fragrantica is missing the lilac in the notes. It’s the first note mentioned on the Aerin web site.
This smells like a fresh, true lilac. A little old-fashioned, but not cloying. It would be nice for a summer day.
gorec68 – :
…….this is amazing. It’s like sitting in a lilac tree. How weird that there’s not one note of lilac though.
miktorr – :
I’ll be honest here, I was disappointed when I blind-bought this fragrance (on the basis that I’m OBSESSED with Aerin’s Gardenia Rattan fragrance).
My first thought upon excitedly ripping open the cello and spritzing it on generously was that it smelt very, very old-fashioned, exactly like something my grandmother would have worn.
There’s no doubt that there’s a purity and simplicity to it that’s delightful in its own way and doubtless it’s an accurate interpretation of lilacs but it’s not one for me as when I wear it I feel it ages me by 30 years. This is one I’ll be passing on to a more mature friend!
Daine – :
Perhaps the BEST LILAC I have ever sniffed. Very close to the real thing. I guess it’s the jasmine lactones, that dominate this blend.
Really impressive longevity for a floral theme, I must admit.
Great reference scent. 10/10 for genuine lilac impersonation.
zdorovo – :
Perfect! It is so hard to find a good quality lilac fragrance that does not “turn” into powder! If you want quality you have to pay for it!
CrazyValera – :
This is lovely, like fresh lilac, so if you like a true take on lilac, this is it..now for me, I dont care much about lilac perfumes, still this manages to be a realistic and pretty lilac scent.., I grew up across from a park where lilac bloomed, this is really the real thing…nothing more to say really, it is a safe perfume, nice. Too expensive though.
nureke – :
I smelled this today at Saks. My first thought was that Pacifica’s French Lilac is similar at a better price point. It has that bury your nose in a lilac bush super honeyed smell, so my second thought was, okay, at least it s accurate. And my final thought was I do not want o smell like this.