1917
Heriotorope

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Shiseido  ·  Sold as feminine

Heriotorope

The quiet intimacy of a parlor in the early 1900s, where powdery scents mingle with the warmth of a crackling fire and the subtle sweetness of baked goods.

4.176 ratingsWarmly received so far
Scent fingerprint
powderyvanillaalmondflorallactonic
HeriotoropeMid-range · $40–100
47%Similar accords, often for lessVanilla - French Elegance · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares heliotrope8 matches →

How it wears

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LongevityEternal80% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak20%
Weak0%
Moderate0%
Long lasting20%
Eternal60%
SillageEnormous80% say strong or enormous
Intimate0%
Moderate20%
Strong0%
Enormous80%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

NotesAs listed

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine50%
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Unisex0%
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Feminine50%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Heriotorope by Shiseido, launched in 1917, is a fragrance that embodies the elegance and sophistication of its era. With an opening that hints at powdery notes and almond, it seamlessly transitions into a heart of floral and lactonic accords before settling into a warm vanilla base. This composition captures the refined essence of early 20th-century luxury, blending delicate florals with comforting warmth.

How to wear it

Heriotorope is best applied lightly — its powdery notes are delicate and can quickly become overwhelming if overapplied. The vanilla base blooms gradually, so it's ideal for daytime wear when you want a scent that evolves subtly throughout the day.

Fig. 01 — Heriotorope, Shiseido

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Designer Shiseido

More from the house · founded 1872 · Japan

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HeriotoropeThe originalHeriotoropeShiseido · Mid-range · $40–100
47%MatchZara · 2018Vanilla - French EleganceShares Heliotropeunder $40★ 4.04 (132)
HeriotoropeDubai Platinum
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With Bond No 9 Dubai Platinum

Adds amber, woody and warm spicy; shares one accord.

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What people
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4.17/ 5 · 6 ratings

Warmly received so far: loved by 50%, disliked or hated by 17%.

Love50%
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Dislike17%
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