- La Vie Est Belle Lancôme for women:
main accords
sweet
vanilla
fruity
patchouli
woody
white floral
powdery
iris
earthy
warm spicy
Lancome’sLa Vie Est Bellemade its market debut in the fall of 2012 as an exciting new fragrance. At its core, the scent embodies a celebration ofnatural, uncomplicated beauty—it rejects rigid conventions and empowers wearers to embrace their own unique vision of happiness. More than just a fragrance, it encapsulates a philosophy of life: one rooted in finding joy and savoring the simple, everyday pleasures.
Crafted by master perfumers Olivier Polge, Dominique Ropion, and Anne Flipo, this composition strikes a delicate balance between gourmand warmth and timeless elegance. Its final formula is the culmination of three years of meticulous refinement and over 5,000 iterations—each tweak bringing it closer to perfection.
Iris takes center stage as the fragrance’s key signature, complemented by the soft, luminous heart notes of orange blossom and jasmine. The opening unfolds with bright, vibrant fruity accents of black currant and pear, while the base lingers with a cozy, indulgently powdery warmth: tonka bean (evoking subtle almond nuances), praline, patchouli, and vanilla blend seamlessly to create its rich, gourmand foundation.
一.Pros
1.Alluring, feminine, pretty and sweet
2.Warm, elegant, and womanly
3.Respectful usage offers long-lasting scent
4.Tends to receive compliments
5.Great sales success and marks generations
6.Delicious and captivating fruity opening
7.Soft patchouli note in drydown
8.Best worn during autumn season
二.Cons
1.Overspraying can cause headaches
2.Becoming too popular and ubiquitous
3.Sickeningly sweet and overpowering sillage
4.May have an unpleasant odor on certain individuals
5.Burnt sugar/praline note can dominate the fragrance
6.Long-lasting scent may not be desirable for some
7.Can smell similar to Lancome's other fragrances
8.Strong iris note can be unpleasant
The bottle itself pays homage to Lancome’s heritage, reimagining the brand’s iconic 1949 classic flacon with a fresh, contemporary twist. For its campaign, Academy Award-winning actress Julia Roberts steps into the role of brand ambassador, with the visuals masterfully directed by Tarsem Singh.
La Vie Est Belle is available exclusively inEau de Parfum (EDP)concentration, ensuring its distinctive character and longevity.
Perfume Pyramid
Top Notes
1.Black Currant 2.Pear
Middle Notes
1.Iris 2.Jasmine 3.Orange Blossom
Base Notes
1.Praline 2.Vanilla 3.Patchouli 4.Tonka Bean
