Gloria
almond up front, then fruity, settling into vanilla.
About
Gloria by Cacharel is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women. Gloria was launched in 2002. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Cresp. Top notes are Amaretto, Amber, Hibiscus and Bulgarian Rose; middle notes are Vanilla, Amber, White Pepper and White Flowers; base notes are Cherry, Almond, Tonka Bean, Styrax…
Nose: Olivier Cresp
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Cacharel picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Gloria smell like?
almond up front, then fruity, settling into vanilla. Dominant accords: almond, fruity, vanilla.
What notes are in Gloria?
Top: Amaretto, Amber, Hibiscus, Bulgarian Rose. Heart: Vanilla, Amber, White Pepper, White Flowers. Base: Cherry, Almond, Tonka Bean, Styrax, Cedar.
How long does Gloria last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Gloria loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Gloria best for?
Fall is the top pick (35%). Winter is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Gloria?
Day wear leads at 54%. Night is a secondary pick at 46%.
Is Gloria for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 79% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Gloria?
Composed by Olivier Cresp. Released in 2002.
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