WS-EA-1989

Red Door

1989Men

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

Red Door by Elizabeth Arden is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Red Door was launched in 1989. The nose behind this fragrance is Carlos Benaïm. Top notes are Rose, Plum, Orange Blossom, Violet, Peach and Anise; middle notes are Carnation, Honey, Rose, Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Lily, Freesia, Lily-of-the-Valley and…

floral white floral sweet powdery

Nose: Carlos Benaïm

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Rose, Plum, Orange Blossom, Violet, Peach, Anise
Heart· 2–4h
Carnation, Honey, Rose, Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Lily, Freesia, Lily-of-the-Valley, Orchid
Drydown· 6h+
Sandalwood, Amber, Benzoin, Musk, Heliotrope, Vetiver, Cedar

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

94%

62%

55%

48%

47%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter38%Fall34%Spring18%Summer10%Night62%Day38%Wears female79%

Skin 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 winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Red Door smell like?

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

What notes are in Red Door?

Top: Rose, Plum, Orange Blossom, Violet, Peach, Anise. Heart: Carnation, Honey, Rose, Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Lily, Freesia, Lily-of-the-Valley, Orchid. Base: Sandalwood, Amber, Benzoin, Musk, Heliotrope, Vetiver, Cedar.

How long does Red Door last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Red Door loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Red Door best for?

Winter is the top pick (38%). Fall is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Red Door?

Night wear leads at 62%. Day is a secondary pick at 38%.

Is Red Door 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 Red Door?

Composed by Carlos Benaïm. Released in 1989.