Retro perfumes are becoming more and more popular lately. As they say, fashion is cyclical, and today loose suits from the 90s and fragrances of the same time are in trend again. One of these is a treasure called "Gloria Vanderbilt" - a perfume that has served as a symbol of an entire era of the 80s and 90s and has become one of the most recognizable in the world. It is about this legend, which, by the way, is still being produced, that we decided to tell in more detail.
Memories…
For starters, just look at the photo of Gloria Vanderbilt perfume. If you see the cherished concise bottle with a swan and a burgundy packaging, immediately thoughts are transferred to those already distant times. We remember youth, fun, holidays, discos to the famous hits of the 80s and that very "explosive" fashion. Well, for post-Soviet fashionistas, this fragrance has become a symbol of just suchlife. And now, finding Gloria Vanderbilt perfumes in chain stores or in retro shops, we do not miss the chance to test them on ourselves or at least smell them. Some even purchase them to make their image more non-standard and original. But it is worth noting that if we associate this fragrance with youth, lightness, holiday, then in the international interpretation this perfume has a completely different reputation.
About the fragrance itself
Perfume "Gloria Vanderbilt" is an oriental floral composition filled with notes of cloves and aldehydes. This is a kind of basis for all retro perfumes, notes that are the hallmark of the coming decades. But at the same time, this perfume is not as simple and old as it might seem at first glance. A feature of this fragrance is its inconsistency. On the one hand, we feel spicy oriental notes, a sweet floral chord, and on the other hand, freshness, tenacity, sharpness, and even a slight chypre shade literally stick into the nose. This combination is not found in every bottle, so this perfume is unique and multifaceted.
The structure of spirits
Description of the fragrance "Gloria Vanderbilt" we decided to start with the olfactory pyramid. Sophia Groisman worked on it back in 1982, and since then the fragrance has been produced without the slightest change or amendment. Here are the ingredients that were sealed in this wonderful bottle:
- Top notes: pineapple, aldehydes, orange blossom, lavender, bergamot andgreenery.
- Middle notes of tuberose, carnation, orris root, jasmine, rose & ylang-ylang.
- Base: cinnamon, sandalwood, musk, vetiver, vanilla, civet & opoponax.
All the ingredients in tandem have become a very versatile and non-standard composition. The aroma turned out to be deep, extraordinary and contradictory. It has notes that will appeal to everyone, but there are also shades that may turn off some girls.
A few words from manufacturers
As advertising campaigns in the glory days of Gloria Vanderbilt perfume claimed, this fragrance has a unique evening character. It is designed to complement the ceremonial toilet, make makeup more expressive and bright and complement the mysterious and festive look. It was believed that this perfume can only be worn to parties, cocktails and social events. That is why most of the girls who met the "swan" in the 80s had just such memories and associations. However, these days things were very different. As the modern perfume industry has taken a significant step forward, new rules have emerged.
How to wear Gloria Vanderbilt?
Modern experts say that this fragrance is definitely daytime and it will be harmoniously combined with a very sophisticated, but at the same time modest way. The most concise perfume will complement the little black dress, as well aswill look good with a tandem with a strict but beautiful business suit. As for hairstyles and accessories, liberties are also unacceptable here. It is best to pick up hair, and leave only small-sized jewelry from jewelry - watches, stud earrings and a pendant on a thin chain. The freshness and sophistication of "Gloria Vanderbilt" will also be in harmony with stilettos - such shoes will complement a strict look and make it complete.
A little about the bottle itself
Well, it's simply impossible not to recognize the packaging of the legendary "swan". It is simple and concise, but at the same time it evokes so many memories that it seems divine and irreplaceable. About what a real bottle of perfume "Gloria Vanderbilt" looks like, not only fashionistas of bygone years know. Packaging design has not changed for decades, it has remained the same. This is a rounded flat bottle with a cylindrical gold cap. On the glass is a swan. All this is enclosed in a dark red package with golden letters. The simplicity of appearance has nothing to do with the complex composition of the fragrance itself. This is where the old folk wisdom comes in - appearances are deceiving.
Similarities to other retro perfumes
Many say that from the first notes "Gloria Vanderbilt" reminds them of "Red Moscow". This phenomenon repels many, since no one wants to smell like a grandmother in our time and be a walking association of the distant past. The reason for this was aldehydes and cloves, which are sealed infirst notes. What can you do, in those days these components were present in almost all perfumes. But wait a bit, as these notes fade and your sense of smell is struck by a whole range of dizzying and complex fragrances filled with beauty, passion, elegance and mystery.
Length and sillage
If we compare "Gloria Vanderbilt" with other copies of retro perfumes, then the perfume will definitely lose in durability. Firstly, they have always been produced and are still produced in the concentration of eau de toilette (many Soviet perfumes were exactly perfumes with a capital letter), and secondly, there are too many light and fresh notes in the composition that make the fragrance volatile and barely perceptible. But since we live in the 21st century and compare this "retro swan" with products from modern manufacturers, the durability of this fragrance is extremely high. It is able to hold out on the skin for almost a day, and on clothes it lingers until washing. Most importantly, the perfume takes on a different shade on the fabric. If on the skin they reveal more like a fresh, light fragrance, then on various materials, the perfume acquires a sweetish, even slightly powdery hue.
Perfume "Gloria Vanderbilt". Customer Reviews
It is impossible in this case to unequivocally assess whether this perfume is loved by women or not. He can not help but cling to his eccentricity and sophistication. Its freshness combined with powdery and spicy retro shadescaptivates and does not let go. However, those who do not really like the "old spirits" are sure that one of the relics of the past is "Gloria Vanderbilt".
Reviews about perfume are also generously left by retro lovers. They admire this mysterious aroma. It is really elegant, mysterious, refined and very unusual. In order to fully experience it, one day is not enough - you need to live with it a little.
