La Belle de Russie
woody up front, then fruity, settling into powdery.
About
La Belle de Russie by Новая Заря (The New Dawn) is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. La Belle de Russie was launched in 1980. Top notes are Black Currant, Carnation and Lotus; middle notes are Apricot, Iris, Musk and Jasmine; base notes are Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vanille, Amber and…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
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 winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does La Belle de Russie smell like?
woody up front, then fruity, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: woody, fruity, powdery.
What notes are in La Belle de Russie?
Top: Black Currant, Carnation, Lotus. Heart: Apricot, Iris, Musk, Jasmine. Base: Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vanille, Amber, Virginia Cedar.
How long does La Belle de Russie last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is La Belle de Russie loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is La Belle de Russie best for?
Winter is the top pick (36%). Fall is second at 35%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for La Belle de Russie?
Day wear leads at 61%. Night is a secondary pick at 39%.
Is La Belle de Russie 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.
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