WS-EA-1996

5th Avenue

1996Men

floral up front, then white floral, settling into yellow floral.

5th Avenue by Elizabeth Arden is a Floral fragrance for women. 5th Avenue was launched in 1996. The nose behind this fragrance is Ann Gottlieb. Top notes are Lime (Linden Blossom), Lily-of-the-Valley, Lilac, Magnolia, Bergamot and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Jasmine, Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Bulgarian Rose, Peach, Violet, Carnation and…

floral white floral yellow floral fresh

Nose: Ann Gottlieb

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Lime (Linden Blossom), Lily-of-the-Valley, Lilac, Magnolia, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange
Heart· 2–4h
Jasmine, Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Bulgarian Rose, Peach, Violet, Carnation, Nutmeg
Drydown· 6h+
Musk, Iris, Sandalwood, Amber, Vanilla, Cloves

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

72%

50%

48%

43%

41%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring39%Summer24%Fall24%Winter13%Day79%Night21%Wears female88%

Skin 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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Elizabeth Arden picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does 5th Avenue smell like?

floral up front, then white floral, settling into yellow floral. Dominant accords: floral, white floral, yellow floral.

What notes are in 5th Avenue?

Top: Lime (Linden Blossom), Lily-of-the-Valley, Lilac, Magnolia, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Jasmine, Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Bulgarian Rose, Peach, Violet, Carnation, Nutmeg. Base: Musk, Iris, Sandalwood, Amber, Vanilla, Cloves.

How long does 5th Avenue last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is 5th Avenue loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is 5th Avenue best for?

Spring is the top pick (39%). Summer is second at 24%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for 5th Avenue?

Day wear leads at 79%. Night is a secondary pick at 21%.

Is 5th Avenue for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 88% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made 5th Avenue?

Composed by Ann Gottlieb. Released in 1996.