Pret a Porter
citrus up front, then floral, settling into fresh spicy.
About
Pret a Porter by Coty is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Pret a Porter was launched in 1996. Top notes are Pink Grapefruit, Orange, Violet Leaf, Rose and Tamarind; middle notes are Freesia, Black Pepper, Magnolia, Cardamom and Nutmeg; base notes are Oakmoss and Sandalwood. Pret a Porter is…
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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 summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Coty picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Pret a Porter smell like?
citrus up front, then floral, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: citrus, floral, fresh spicy.
What notes are in Pret a Porter?
Top: Pink Grapefruit, Orange, Violet Leaf, Rose, Tamarind. Heart: Freesia, Black Pepper, Magnolia, Cardamom, Nutmeg. Base: Oakmoss, Sandalwood.
How long does Pret a Porter last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Pret a Porter loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Pret a Porter best for?
Spring is the top pick (40%). Summer is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Pret a Porter?
Day wear leads at 88%. Night is a secondary pick at 13%.
Is Pret a Porter for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 39% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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