
Accordes
white floral up front, then citrus, settling into woody.
About
Accordes by O Boticário is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. Accordes was launched in 1998. The nose behind this fragrance is Verônica Casanova. Top notes are Orange Blossom, Apple, Mandarin Orange, Prunella, Black Currant and Bergamot; middle notes are Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang and Red Rose; base notes are…
Nose: Verônica Casanova
Some retailer links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosure
Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Orange Blossom, Apple, Mandarin Orange, Prunella, Black Currant, Bergamot
Heart· 2–4h
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 O Boticário picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Accordes smell like?
white floral up front, then citrus, settling into woody. Dominant accords: white floral, citrus, woody.
What notes are in Accordes?
Top: Orange Blossom, Apple, Mandarin Orange, Prunella, Black Currant, Bergamot. Heart: Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Red Rose. Base: Musk, Sandalwood, Vetyver.
How long does Accordes last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Accordes loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Accordes best for?
Spring is the top pick (31%). Fall is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Accordes?
Day wear leads at 62%. Night is a secondary pick at 38%.
Is Accordes for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 73% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Accordes?
Composed by Verônica Casanova. Released in 1998.
Smells like this
Similar profile
Houbigant
Quelques Fleurs l'Original
Men · 1912
white floralfloralpowdery7 shared accords, 7 shared notes

Kenzo
Aqua Kenzo pour Femme
Men · 2018
citrusfruityfloral8 shared accords, 4 shared notes

Natura
Essencial Exclusivo Floral
Men · 2013
white floralcitrusgreen7 shared accords, 7 shared notes

Chanel
Allure
Men · 1996
citrusfloralwhite floral7 shared accords, 5 shared notes

Guess
Guess for Women
Men · 2006
floralfruityfresh7 shared accords, 5 shared notes

Elizabeth Arden
5th Avenue
Men · 1996
floralwhite floralyellow floral6 shared accords, 7 shared notes
Wardrobe quiz · 15 questions · ~3 min
Does this earn a slot?
Fifteen questions on when you wear fragrance, what you skip, and what already works. Three explained picks before you blind-buy again.











