2020
Desert Lily

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Victoria's Secret  ·  Sold as feminine

Desert Lily

The quiet solitude of a sun-drenched courtyard where white lilies bloom, their delicate fragrance mingling with the dry earth and subtle spices.

4.2417 ratingsWarmly received so far
Scent fingerprint
white floralsoft spicyanimalicgreen
Desert LilyBudget · under $40

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityWeak
Very weak25%
Weak37%
Moderate37%
Long lasting0%
Eternal0%
SillageModerate14% say strong or enormous
Intimate29%
Moderate57%
Strong14%
Enormous0%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

NotesAs listed

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Spring
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Summer
🍂
Fall
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Winter
🌤️
Day
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Night

Who Wears It

♂
Masculine0%
⚥
Unisex9%
♀
Feminine91%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Desert Lily by Victoria's Secret was launched in 2020, offering an intriguing blend of white floral and soft spicy accords with subtle animalic and green notes. The fragrance opens with a delicate yet crisp floral aroma that is both fresh and slightly sweet, balanced by the warmth of spices and the earthy depth of green elements. This composition captures the essence of a blooming lily in an arid landscape, where the air is dry and the scent is heightened.

How to wear it

Apply Desert Lily lightly at first — the white floral top notes are bright but can be overpowering if used too heavily. Allow it to develop over time; the animalic and green undertones emerge gradually, adding depth throughout the day.

Fig. 01 — Desert Lily, Victoria's Secret

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

4.24/ 5 · 17 ratings

Warmly received so far: loved by 47%, disliked or hated by 6%.

Love47%
Like35%
OK12%
Dislike6%
Hate0%
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