Eau de Parfum1998
Splendor
James KrivdaThe nose · 4 fragrances · also made Polo Sport Woman (1997)Portrait →

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Elizabeth Arden  ·  Sold as feminine

Splendor

The calm before a meeting, where the air is crisp and the anticipation of success is palpable yet subdued.

3.651,995 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprint
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SplendorMid-range · $40–100

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate27% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak6%
Weak15%
Moderate52%
Long lasting20%
Eternal7%
SillageModerate32% say strong or enormous
Intimate17%
Moderate51%
Strong20%
Enormous11%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine1%
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Unisex5%
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Feminine94%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Elizabeth Arden's rich heritage in American cosmetics and fragrances sets the stage for this composition, which balances bright citrus notes with warm amber and musk. The opening is crisp and uplifting, yet it transitions seamlessly into a base that feels both comforting and sophisticated. This fragrance captures the essence of Elizabeth Arden’s commitment to blending modern elegance with lasting appeal.

How to wear it

Apply one or two sprays — the citrus notes are bright but dissipate quickly. The amber-musk base develops gradually over an hour, so it’s best to let it settle in before heading out.

Fig. 01 — Splendor, Elizabeth Arden

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03 · The nose

James Krivda

Nearly three decades, from Elie Roger to Mane

James Krivda is a Senior Perfumer and Vice President at Mane, born and raised near Philadelphia, who trained under French master perfumer Elie Roger at Firmenich before working at Fragrance Resources and joining Mane in 2008.

4fragrances
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Designer Elizabeth Arden

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Suggested from accords and notes · not yet tried by wearers

06 · The Room

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