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najoceecila – :
This aroma absolutely amazes me however the longevity is close to zero.
Even after 5 minutes of spraying it disappears on me.
I was quite surprised to find that that the strength of the smell will be even weaker than the one EDTs can offer.
I love the smell of it but will not be using this perfume going forward.
annodezem – :
So many reviews and many different notes. On me it is soft and slightly sweet but mainly just soft flowers. I find it innocuous and suited to mild weather and nights in. Luckily my husband appreciates it so I now have bought a second bottle.
Steelmoon – :
This is a fragrance that reminds me of a woman who knows what she wants, powerful and sophisticated. The longevity is great, very good overall.
Eric – :
Interesting smell although I would not give it oriental-floral category. Quince is very noticeable, it gives a rather cool effect. The composition has among others lotus, orchids, ginger or apricots hmm … It has what it is noticeable. Not my cup of tea, durability rather average 4-5h.
sox711JeomiWogkig – :
Provocative is a beautiful, elegantly scented perfume and not offensive.
The bottle is unique. The scent is soft and feminine.
Personally, I would not wear it everyday because to me it’s more of a special occasion perfume.
Overall I like it a lot and it’s my top favorite perfumes! 🙂
OverLast – :
As usual Elizabeth Arden fragrances are very well mixed and I can smell a lot of the notes, but in my skin the lotus is definitely predominant. I am not a big fan of Lotus so this is not my favourite EA at all. In any case, this is a dry sandalwood, woody, smoky fragrance with the lotus flower notes, ginger, quince and a very very dry papaya note. It fades to a slightly hairspray scent that in my opinion is a bit vulgar. I am not a fan…
atmir79 – :
This honestly smells like Motions hair products to me. I’m a bit disappointed. The notes looks so good, but the product… smh.
cabinasan – :
Really love it. It is fresh and sweet also. Long lasting.
PLATON132996 – :
My daughter bought this for me. I was bowled over by this fragrance. I love the spice, the fruit and the wood notes. I think everyone’s body chemistry work on fragrance differently. On me, this smells gorgeous. I have had people stop me, asking what scent I was wearing. Male and female. I see this as a confident, elegant, sensual fragrance. My signature scent. My daughter told me that when she first smelled Provocative Woman in the store, she told the sales woman. “This is my mom. Everything about it. I’m buying this now” I’m on my fourth bottle and have backups.
8manius – :
I really loves this scent :-). It is one of my favorites. It’s vary sexy and would be perfect for date night. I ran out of my 10ml and would like to get another one in a bigger bottle even if it’s not full size.
vitaswer – :
I am wondering if there are two different perfumes? I see this being ‘Provocative Woman’ by EA…but also, ‘Provocative’ by EA?Does anyone understand?I would be very interested…Thank you so much for any input!
logicdpstyle – :
Floral frutal intenso ,se siente el membrillo y flores blancas. Ideal primavera verano para alguien que le gusten las flores.
Ваэрон – :
I bought it for myself back in the day when it was just out, because I thought the bottle, the name and the scent were in perfect harmony and I just had my hair cut short, so I thought it suited me somehow to wear something different, something less `wallflower-ish` as before..Then after the first 50 ml bottle I thought is was enough for me and switched on to Moschino Cheap and Chic, Chopard Casmir and so on..Today I was walking around in a pharmacy in town and there it was, 50 ml for 17 euros – and I simply couldn`t resist, had to reach for the tester once more. This was at 5 in the afternoon, now its 11 pm and I can still make out that one spritz quite clearly. So it still does last as it used to..
I think this perfume is sweet, sour and bitter all at once, a very strong, but very-strong-in-the-feminine sort of way scent, a bit like `girl-power`, so to speak. It`s not spicy though, not on me anyway, so that`s why it is strange to say something like that of it. I get mainly orchid, woods, fruits – not quince or if it is then it is a quasi-synthetic try to copy quince, but definitely a bitterish kind of fruit scent – and maybe lotus and a pinch of amber, or fruit musk. Nothing `provocative` but yet it is a statement perfume in my book, no doubt. Sexy, but NOT on the animalistic side, more on the fruits-flowers-woods side instead. I also own the deodorant, which is also long lasting, so I would defo count this one as a quality piece, and recommend to try to anyone who likes scents on the darker side!
Janitor – :
I just love this one and am finally writing a review as I always read up on perfumes on Fragrantica before I buy, no matter how it smells on me.
I agree with an earlier reviewer who was puzzled that this wasn’t Loved more often by reviewers. It’s just gorgeous on me — musky, floral and slightly spicy. With my skin chemistry it lasts ages, as do most EA fragrances. Love it and always get compliments when I wear it.
tkc095Bessinepome – :
Sexy strong long lasting perfume I just love it
djderwase – :
Yuk, yuk yuk. Rarely smelled something as bad as that… the mix of all notes is just a BAD combination!! Very old and sharp vibe scent. There is a stinking note in there…. Provocative: YES. Good luck with this scent!
226943 – :
I think this is an underrated EA fragrance. Mis named because I do not feel it is “provocative”… however it is different and subtle. And I feel this could be versatile and be a from daytime/work to an evening out, fragrance. I wear this to work often. Lasts a fairly decent time on me.
grimnn – :
I just bought 30ml of this at the supermarket because it’s so cheap and EA fragrances usually work well with my skin chemistry. Honestly, part of what drew me to it was that mother in-law hasn’t owned this one and we both gravitate towards EA fragrances for casual occassions (she doesn’t wear daily) and daily or day/casual occasions for me. It’s safe and I might update this review after the next family gathering. I’m not trying to “wow” my husband with this one (nor am I trying to put him off) I just hope it draws positive compliments from women in my life and maintain a good impression with them.
Oriental-florals/florientals are usually a success with my skin chemistry and based on the notes and a quick test spritz in the shop, it seems like a warm, comfortable, somewhat sweet fragrance without being overbearing, at least not on me.
I’ll admit that I was a tad disappointed that the bottle/fluid was completely clear because when it first came out, I remembered something being purple and the box looks like the original. Maybe the simple clear design is so that they can sell it cheaper in supermarkets. It’s not important, I was just hoping it’d look good sitting there with Lancome Tresor Midnight Rose,TM Alien and HB Deep Red.:D
Others have written that it doesn’t last on them. That’s a bit sad, but I’ll be wearing this one to make good first impressions and I don’t mind if it wears off because I’ll be wearing it in settings where they bring in increasingly heavy, warm dishes.
I can see that some of those who’ve raved about Provocative like some of the same fragrances as me, ie. one of you is currently/or at time of writing wearing Hugo Boss Deep Red, which is my other casual, go-to fragrance.
I’ll update on the longevity when i’ve had a few weeks to test it out.
First Update: OT – if I write another update, it’ll be a separate one because this one’s long enough already. On first spritz it’s very bright and sparkly and close to my skin which made me very worried,, because those types of fragrances usually die quickly on my skin. It’s Sunday, I don’t care, so I decided to sit and pin a bit on pinterest and with my wrists at ½ arm length from my face, I noticed this warm, spicy, creamy scent. I hestitate to use the word sweet because so many people have negative connoctations to that word in the context of fragrances. Something about this fragrance reminds me of something along the lines of Red Door Velvet which I never owned because I discovered it in my 20s and I didn’t feel ready for it, this is lighter though, but there’s something EA signature about it, that I can’t quite find the words for.
Based on my last line, some will be apprehensive about this fragrance but it’s that signature something about EA classics (6th Ave. series and Red Door series from a few years ago,) that I like and which is a safe choice for me.
I hate being so freakin’ impulsive! 4 spritzes because I thought it was weak and sparkly. Wth. was I thinking?! 1-2 spritzes will be enough. *blush!*. At least I’m not going anywhere and husband and sons are with colds, good, good….LOL!
alexstarr – :
My Mum wears this and it really suits her. I guess it is the scent that attracts you to the fragrance shop, the wonderful scent of all the beautiful fragrances in the air. Really pleasant.
nicolette716 – :
I just love this! It’s one of the Elizabeth Ardens that actually works for me and stays with me. It’s a little dark, a little daring, and I love that it has two ambers in the base as I love amber, I can definitely detect the woodiness which is in perfect balance with the flowers and fruits. it’s sultry but not too sultry for daytime. It’s different from anything else I have and I got 50 ml for ten bucks. A great find and hope to always have this among my collection.
dmj574InsuffBooni – :
Magnolia-ish lotus scent,fresh and floral,with a raspberry fruity undertone,I don’t really like it,it’s not as woody as i thought and i smell only vey less sandalwood and it’s synthetic,i think it smells like a less syrupy and more floral version of ck euphoria
Bottle:6
Pckaging:7
Scent:4
Sillage:5
Longevity:3
Repurchase? No
shrekht-katrin – :
It’s a fragrance to wear to work, family gathering or any other casual event. It’s like I’m walking through the English woods at night, flowers blooming along the pretty woods. Ginger and sandalwood come together with orchids and peonies to create this scent that instantly brightens any mood!
reabbipse – :
The notes I get with this one are: very slightly aquatic, flowers and as it matures after about an hour it’s beautifully woody. It’s unlike any other wood smell and it’s just beautiful. I didn’t expect this but it is becoming my favourite. It’s addictive. And very very classy. Because of the dominant wood note I can see a male carrying this off too. Having said that, it is not a masculine fragrance, I think this is one of those fragrances that can be carried by the wearer. I think the name with this one can be a bit misleading. It makes me love my day.
13666lex – :
I tried this recently and for a bargain fragrance it is lovely. it has an aquatic note I dident expect so would be a great warm weather perfume
Edit.. I bought a bottle of this is remonds me of many smells from my teens, it has the same floral vibe as paris and a cherry blossom quality about it. Very nice fragrance indeed
velvel – :
This perfume is soOo underrated!!!!! Gorgeous creamy feminine elegant perfume. I love it! Just lovely and rich smelling. I’m not into EA perfumes because I find them too cloying but this one surprised me. Xxx
Стелька7 – :
I can’t believe when I’m reading the notes here that they are the actual notes! I smell tiare and jasmine here, barely any quince (if any, then over-ripe one). The scent is creamy, cloying though not sweet. Luckily, it’s not very long-lasting. No fruit, no cypress, not really any ginger – only strong, low-quality cedar oil. Arden can do much better than this!
CleloFierip – :
This is an ok fragrance. I wanted to love it, since I got for $10 at TJ MAXX. But the more I wear it, the opening reveals that it’s quite florally-cloying. The middle and dry down are beautiful, the spicy warmth of it is my favorite part.
And it does last awhile. But that opening is too much to bear…if florals are your thing, then you will really enjoy this fragrance.
kaffs – :
To begin with, the most pronounced notes for me are quince and fresh fruitiness in general moderated by the spicey peppery ginger. I love ginger. This also has some pleasant dusty woods and amber which I really enjoy. Projects only softly, longevity is pretty average. It’s clean and refreshing- this is probably one of the few wearable fruity fragrances for me as I generally don’t like fruity frags but this has some warmth and elegance to it.
This is completely inoffensive and office friendly and I would like my own bottle just because I really enjoy the combination of freshness, spicyness and woods. It is very nice indeed but don’t expect anything spectacular.
I must say though it definitely is not what I would describe as sweet or gourmand at all like the review below mine. This is fresh, spicey, fruity and woodsy. Not very sweet- it’s just right. Things that I would describe as too sweet are LVEB and Diesel Loverdose just so you get where I am coming from.
Update: An hour in, this is actually predominantly a wood fragrance. I often hate some wood fragrances- but this has a dusty amber and oriental woods scent that I really like. Have actually decided I love this, because once you really give it some time, you realise how unique it is. First impressions are of fruitiness and smells sort of common, but the longer you wear it you realise it actually have a very unusual oriental quality. Smells very Japanese tbh.
Therefore this fragrance is a woodsy, slightly floral spicey composition and very elegant. Definite want, especially at such a low price. Dry ambery woods, white florals give it clarity, nice hint of spice, and fresh almost aquatic quality. I think too many people have discounted this because of its price & the fact that it is Elizabeth Arden so they think it is cheap before it even gets a chance. It actually projects better now that I am in a quiet room by myself.
Eiakuliator – :
I got this in a trade. I had seen it at TJ’s but did not want to blind buy it.
As the other reviewers state this is a sweet fragrance. The saving grace in this is that there is a hint of spice/wood in the background. This helps buffer that typical gourmand sweetness that I tend to avoid. With that being said I think it’s a very lovely scent for the price. I find absolutely nothing offensive about this and I think it’s a pretty safe bet if your seeking something comforting, sweet and spicy at the same time. Is it niche or groundbreaking? No but it’s very pleasant.
To update I sprayed it on my arm before bed and in the morning it was still very noticeable on my arm. This stuff lasts!
абвер – :
I Love this. I wonder if there are different versions or chemistry plays a big role with this one? Mine is in an all clear bottle & doesn’t smell like Inspire or Deauville to me/on me. I have both. The version I have is gorgeous, sexy & assertive (without being too much). It’s Floral, Woodsy & Spicy with barely a hint of Fruit, but still remains Fresh. Lasts a really long time on me.
For some reason after the Top notes pass it reminds me of what Opium smelled like on my Aunt. This was after a shower, when visiting (I could smell her rooms away). It used to be her signature back when I was little.
chb707JeomiWogkig – :
This is awfully sweet, I couldn’t wear it. It’s just a regular basic fruity smell with a touch of spicy note, absolutely nothing interesting about it.
funky_man – :
I got a 10ml spray of this around 8 years ago. I tried it and dismissed it, along with the other Elizabeth Ardens, as ‘orrible. There was a common note in all that I didn’t like, and they seemed so sour and …bland.
Leap forward 8 years – I did a lucky dip into my samples yesterday evening and pulled this one out. My heart did not exactly leap, but I stuck with the random choice, after all,I do it to make me revisit the neglected or forgotten.
I am so glad I did. This is a lovely, lush, woody, fruity floral, big on ginger, grapefruit (quince?) and raspberry at the top. I am wearing it again in the office today to enjoy it some more but I hope that none of my colleagues ask what it is. That name, Provocative Woman, it is AWFUL! I’d be embarrassed to say it, lol.
It just goes to show that tastes and perceptions can change over time, never say never! I experienced the same change of heart with EA 5th Avenue too.
aio461speagoessenda – :
I couldn’t believe how inexpensive this was, I’ve changed my opinion on the Elizabeth Arden brand of late, to me they now stand for a brand of very very high quality, but with a bit of an unfashionable edge, so i’m keen to try more of their products. Provocative is in a very interesting packaging, the bottle itself is pretty good. The initial spritz I get a fruity/floral mix, from my part it’s one of those fragrances where I’d struggle to name the notes, but after about 20 minutes it develops into a very smooth raspberry fragrance, which radiates fairly well, slightly reminiscent of a more refined Beyonce Pulse NYC. Really nice and feminine fragrance, can be worn by any age, really nice uplifting fragrance.
alexmai – :
I generally find that E.A. fragrances do not last long on my skin, even if in EDP form. Provocative Woman is sinfully cheap in South Africa. I still have an old 10ml roller ball EDP. It’s probably about 9 years old now. I used to love it. I tried it again this evening and LOVED the opening. About 45 min in I get a bit of burnt vinyl which I never previously noticed. It may just be clashing with my Shalimar Parfum Initial that I wore today or it’s shelf life isn’t great. Will try again. This is not a cheap smelling fragrance. Value for money and won’t offend your co-workers. I also happen to love peach juice in fragrances. I do not smell the ginger which is supposed to be the most prominent note on this one though. A nice enough fragrance and bang for your buck!
LaZeR – :
Sweet & Spicy! Love it!
asdfgh1 – :
It is very provocative, over the every limit I know. I think the notes don’t mix together very well. It just confuses my nose. Also, it’s masculine, and not in a nice subtle way.
It’s all over the place and synthetic – smelling.
Sorry for such terrible thoughts on this one.
SAchok666 – :
Such wonderful and thought provoking reviews you fellow ‘Fragrantica’ members have written . Well Done!
I have this, though I did purchase it some time ago and it still seems fairly virile despite it’s age.
The bottle version I have is the deep violet painted on one side which sadly chips quite easily. I just fill in the chipped specks with a permanent marker to keep the bottle looking somewhat decent. I actually saw the clear version on sale last summer for 7 aussie dollars at “Price Line’ for a 100 mill EDP. That was crazy . CHEAP.
Anyway, getting back to this fragrance. I can’t really top or elaborate on what’s been written except to say. Upon first whiff, this fragrance reminds me of nearly all of those wanna be perfumes floggering Celeb’s fragrances under Celeb names. It’s like ‘Provocative Woman’ was used as a prototype fragrance for many of those fragrances in the fruity floral woody range.
That’s saying something positive in that this fragrance is the one to aspire to. I feel the naming of this a little cheesey. I think Mamsell Arden should have left the name at ‘Provocative’.
Like other ‘Ellie Arden’ Fragrances, this one also has that ability to out perform many more expensive fragrances on longevity. This is not like her other fragrances at all, and seeing that there’s only one spin off, more or less the least popular.
I loved what I read about the Japanese experience with the ‘Hinoki’ wood note. Those reviews were absolutely enchanting. The bottle design seems to reflect this too in the shape and design reminding me if the simple geometric pagoda and or Japanese footwear design. Simple and elegant.
The actual fragrance itself smells like late Winter cherry Plum tree blooms in Victoria, when the nature strips in some suburbs are in full bloom with ‘Cherry Blossoms’, the streets are pink and frothy, the footpaths a pink cloud with soft petals and very oriental.
Yes fellow ‘Fragrantica’ reviewers. Thank you. Cheers T.
kutusha – :
I find this one has an aquatic note along with rose and spices. It’s one of those hard to place fragrances that I like. It is a little old ladyish and reminds me of First by VanCleef and Arpels.
BIGFYT – :
I was given this as a birthday present by my sister. She knows that I love perfume. I do love the name of the perfume and the box is great. I also love the shape of the bottle. The juice inside is just not for me. It does have at first, a clean, fresh floral scent. I can smell the ginger and the lotus. On the right person it would make a nice daytime scent,not to strong or spicy. I don’t smell spicy at all. The problem for me is that it does’nt last at all. The siliage isn’t good either. If this scent works for you it would make a good office scent. It does remind me at first of Ellen Tracey Inspire,but Inspire last a lot longer on me and has a very nice dry down.
nwn889speagoessenda – :
I love this. It is easy to dismiss because it seems unspectacular at first but it is something really nice. I think of it as a sophisticated pfruity floral for grown women. I am constantly catching wonderful whiffs of this stuff. Not heavily spicy, but it’s still an oriental. The fruit provide a delicious richness without being sweet and syrupy. This is the only fume that EA makes that I like. My sister thinks she wears better perfume than me (all she has is J’adore. You should have seen her craning her neck to see what that wonderful perfume I was spritzing when we went out to celebrate my b day! This has great sillage and longevity. Great for evening or even during the day,
VectorDante – :
Wore this for a few hours this morning, and was a bit underwhelmed. It had a spicy tartness that surprised me, like gingery grapefruit. I did not get any sandalwood, which I was hoping to smell. The blue bottle is a little deceiving–I expected something deep, rich, and nocturnal; this was fairly light and more of a daytime scent on my skin. Longevity was about 3 hours, projection modest.
Vital1997 – :
I am very suprised at how good this perfume smells. Its truley delicious and womanly.
andrei2x2 – :
I think this is more of a mature scent. It’s sexy in a previous generation kind of way. I like the spiciness of it but there is an odd stinging note in there that really ruins it for me.
I personally do not find this one that seductive…
Nowiktls – :
I’m surprised to see so few people ticking the ‘love’ category for this one. Don’t get me wrong, it’s far from being the best perfume out there, but that first impression, that first whiff from a family member passing by and me going “What is THAT?” – wow. It leaves a great first impression. Totally unique. It’s the quince, I think, that tiny, yellow fruit-thing that I could literally attempt to shove up my nose all day to smell. It’s that addictive to me.
Out of my eye, I spy someone saying this reminds them off Davidoff’s CW. I’m shocked. My mom wore CW for 20 years and I smelled it every day, and hated it (She even tried to convert me by gifting me several bottles over time) – watery fragrances makes me run away faster than a kid let loose in Disney Land. This is all sexy, sharp (probably mildly headache inducing to some) and probably the only fragrance I’ve ever immediately categorized as ‘evening’ that has sweet fruits, berries and ginger in it.
Yeah, don’t let the note list fool you. This is a dark beauty, a lady in her best evening wear, dark and mysterious without the usual spicy and oriental scents you’d usually associate her with. It’s a formal fragrance I feel could be worn by just about anyone, from mid-teens to the lovely ladies who are +50.
The sillage is pretty decent for a scent of its price tag, and the lasting power is in the moderate to heavy end. It’s pretty much a steal.
If you’re the least bit intrigued, don’t pass it up. You may not like it, but definitely get a sample, see for yourself. It might surprise you, like it surprised me.
bookashka123 – :
WOW ! I’m amazed at how much I LOVE this scent ! I usually prefer fragrances with strong projection, but this one is a close to skin scent. It’s super long lasting on my skin. I put it on yesterday at noon, and it’s still going strong this morning !
I have the bottle with one side flat black. At first, I was not sure I would like Provacative Woman. It is so very very different, and I was afraid it would be bitter, but it is not bitter at all.
When sprayed, Provacative leaves an oily sheen on skin. This scent envelopes me with a soft yet very deep rich smooth Hinoki wood cloud. It’s an unusual wood, not like anything I’ve experienced before. Not dark, not light, not heavy, not too sweet, just very pleasant, deep and rich, with no sharp edges.
Though marketed a feminine scent, and with no cedar or pine smell, I think this one could easily be unisex. Don’t let the name “Provacative Woman” stop males from trying this one. The Hinoki wood and the sandalwood in it is a beautiful mix. Expertly blended, Provacative could easily be mistaken for a high priced niche fragrance.
I can understand why some reviewers say this is a mature scent. It’s certainly not modern, not fruity, not very sweet, not light. But since it’s a skin scent, I enjoy wearing it . I think it can work for other young people who enjoy rich unusual wood fragrances. I would suggest that people should try a sample first.
Most unusual, pleasing, non offensive, richly deep woody scent I own ! I just can’t get enough ! Beautiful, unique, smooth, highest quality, smells expensive. For me, definitely a favorite and a keeper !
EDIT : AMAZING ! I’ve NEVER had so many compliments in one morning ! I was out shopping , wearing Provocative Woman, and 6 different strangers, 3 young teen boys, an older man, a young woman, and an older woman, stopped me to say they thought I smelled great, and wanted to know the name of my perfume ! I’m thrilled ! Guess this one does project after all ? Good thing, because I’m becoming addicted to it !
sotw – :
Arrr, I’m so angry with all of the Elizabeth Arden perfumes, because they just don’t last. No matter which one I try they always fade away after one hour. It’s the same with this one. I really liked the smell and everything and wanted to explore more, but there’s nothing to explore because it fades away so fast. That’s the provocative side of this perfume and it really irritates me, cause I smelled so much potential here. At least it’s quite cheap so you can respray yourself every hour and don’t feel bad about wasting it.
Charmi2007 – :
A delightful amber-infused scent that can sit close or further depending on how you spritz with a hint of ginger and a slight peppery nuance in its’ character. Provocative is a sophisticated perfume that embodies unique and unusual wood scents uncommonly found in todays’ scents. I like the unusual and this fits that category perfectly. Lotus notes are deeply ensconced in its ethereal watery qualities. It’s not floral, nor is it a deep, dark, mysterious wood of the forest. This is a unique wood, the kind that you might be shopping for in a custom furniture gallery in SoHo and you inhale the grainy woods around you that have lovingly been carved, oiled and molded by artisans. Unique lemony green scents from the Hinoki Wood, a Japanese cypress, stay strong throughout the duration of this perfume. Hinoki Wood is a prized wood used for palaces, temples and shrines, so I’m not surprised that using it in a perfume would be heavenly. This is really quite a beautiful surprise for wood lovers because of its uniqueness. Sophisticated, airy, and deeply erotic, Provocative turns out to be a mature choice for the right individual. Sensual lines and curves form the bottle with its seemingly juxtaposed look. When you look at the clear bottle in a certain way, you see two images. Longevity is at least six hours, a definite plus for perfumes made today. A excellent choice for year-round wear.
garik2090 – :
A nice fragrance that brings back memories. It has a good balance of everything in terms of florals, woody, spicy and fruit.
burlak – :
Nor fresh-spicy. Not. OK I’m done.
kivi555 – :
Just to be clear, this is neither floral nor sweet nor fruity. I don’t understand who writes these notes and descriptions , but no.
Konmdrakl – :
No, I do not care for this scent, not even a little, a definite dislike. Spicy with nothing pleasant to balance. No pretty floral notes, smells like a bottle of prunes. Just smells like boring old -fashioned perfume, which is never a compliment. I bought several sample sprays which I think I may throw out. I wish I could give a better description of the notes I don’t like. Woody without being interesting. Sorry, no can do.
dimarik1772 – :
The jury is still out on this one…
At first I get a watery sort of freshness from the lotus and a little juicy peach. Despite the fact taht quince is listed as the most noticable note according to votes I really don’t get any of the sweet citrus I usually associate with quince. I also don’t get much ginger… Sandalwood is one of my FAVORITE notes in a perfume. I don’t really smell a whole lot of it in the perfume.
Even though this doesn’t smell even close to what I expected, it is still nice. There isn’t anything that I would interpret as provocative, but it is fresh and feminine and womanly. I would have expected something with a lot more “va-va-voom” from something with the stunning Catherine Zeta Jones as the inspiration, though 🙂
stranger87 – :
I bought this n keep in my car for emergencies. It’s not my favorite but it’s still very nice, a bit dark n exotic. It is fruity/flowery w something extra that gives it an unique depth, an unusual elegance. When I smelled LADY GAGA FAME I thought I had smelled it before n then remembered PROVOCATIVE. To my nose, they are very similar, tho this is less sweet, more mature, like GAGAs older more serious sexy sister that works in finance!
vitalik_999 – :
Best blind buy ever. The more I wear it, the more I love it and I even find myself craving it sometimes after I’ve switched to something else for a few days. The combination of the mysterious woods with the not-too-sweet fruits and clean florals is just perfect for me. It even got a compliment from a stranger, which is a pretty rare experience for me – when we were boarding a shuttle to the airport a man sat up, smiled, and then looked at my husband and said “Oh! Your wife’s perfume smells really good” – and I had put it on four hours before. This might become my signature and I’m already tempted to go back and buy another bottle as a backup.
lynx0511 – :
I received the 3.3 fl. oz. Provocative Perfume as a X-Mas gift. On a scale of 1 to 5, have to rate this one a 3. Not one of my absolute favorites. Quite suitable for Fall & Summer Evenings! Perhaps a Business Date? Notes in this fragrance are: midnight orchid, papaya blossom, & pink freesia. Once I use this perfume up, I don’t intend to purchase it. Too mature & heavy of a fragrance for me.
togii – :
I thought I bought the provocative interlude but I actually got this one instead at winners on sale at 8$ for a 30ml. I’m not a huge fan of this scent…it smells ok but just not my taste. I think it would be more suitable for an older or mature woman. I’m definitely returning this one.
chrishenry113 – :
It has a lot of my favourite notes, I was particularly excited by the ginger. It looks right up my alley on paper but when I tested it, it was both powdery and sharp. I even got a whiff of something slightly carroty (Iris?). I’ll be using it to spice up my regular rotation, though I can’t see myself wearing it on it’s own.
AlisaBustik – :
I really do like this one. It is quite strong on me but still it does smell very nice. I have Romance Always Yours by Ralph Lauren & the ginger in this really reminds me of that perfume. Not too bad a 3 out of 5..
anatoly_h – :
Nice promising beginning with quince and lotus. 20 minutes later +orchid and +sandal. No rare listed ingredients detected: no hinoki wood, no pink freesia, no papaya blossom.
Lasting power? Shame. Nothing stays on my skin, just nothing – I tested with the help of my friends` noses.