Mediterranean
floral up front, then fruity, settling into citrus.
About
Mediterranean by Elizabeth Arden is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for women. Mediterranean was launched in 2007. The nose behind this fragrance is Claude Dir. Top notes are Plum, Sicilian Mandarin and Peach; middle notes are Wisteria, Magnolia and Orchid; base notes are Musk, Sandalwood and Amber.
Nose: Claude Dir
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
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 woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- 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 Mediterranean smell like?
floral up front, then fruity, settling into citrus. Dominant accords: floral, fruity, citrus.
What notes are in Mediterranean?
Top: Plum, Sicilian Mandarin, Peach. Heart: Wisteria, Magnolia, Orchid. Base: Musk, Sandalwood, Amber.
How long does Mediterranean last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Mediterranean loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Mediterranean best for?
Summer is the top pick (51%). Spring is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Mediterranean?
Day wear leads at 83%. Night is a secondary pick at 17%.
Is Mediterranean for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 53% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Mediterranean?
Composed by Claude Dir. Released in 2007.
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