5th Avenue After Five
white floral up front, then leather, settling into woody.
About
5th Avenue After Five by Elizabeth Arden is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. 5th Avenue After Five was launched in 2005. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Gillotin. Top notes are Honeysuckle, Plum, Coriander and Bergamot; middle notes are Indian Lotus, Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine and Saffron; base notes…
Nose: Olivier Gillotin
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
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Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- 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 Elizabeth Arden picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does 5th Avenue After Five smell like?
white floral up front, then leather, settling into woody. Dominant accords: white floral, leather, woody.
What notes are in 5th Avenue After Five?
Top: Honeysuckle, Plum, Coriander, Bergamot. Heart: Indian Lotus, Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine, Saffron. Base: Birch, Musk, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean.
How long does 5th Avenue After Five last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is 5th Avenue After Five loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is 5th Avenue After Five best for?
Spring is the top pick (34%). Fall is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for 5th Avenue After Five?
Day wear leads at 78%. Night is a secondary pick at 22%.
Is 5th Avenue After Five for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 75% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made 5th Avenue After Five?
Composed by Olivier Gillotin. Released in 2005.
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