WS-ODL-1977

Oscar

1977Men

white floral up front, then aromatic, settling into woody.

Oscar by Oscar de la Renta is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Oscar was launched in 1977. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean-Louis Sieuzac. Top notes are Cloves, Gardenia, Coriander, Orange Blossom, Basil, Bergamot and Peach; middle notes are Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Lavender, Iris, Jasmine, Rosemary, Rose and Orchid;…

white floral aromatic woody amber

Nose: Jean-Louis Sieuzac

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Cloves, Gardenia, Coriander, Orange Blossom, Basil, Bergamot, Peach
Heart· 2–4h
Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Lavender, Iris, Jasmine, Rosemary, Rose, Orchid
Drydown· 6h+
Cloves, Myrrh, Sandalwood, Amber, Lavender, Opoponax, Vetiver, Musk, Patchouli, Coconut

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

89%

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84%

77%

62%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Fall34%Winter29%Spring23%Summer14%Day52%Night48%Wears female63%

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 perfumes for beginners — More Oscar de la Renta picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Oscar smell like?

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

What notes are in Oscar?

Top: Cloves, Gardenia, Coriander, Orange Blossom, Basil, Bergamot, Peach. Heart: Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Lavender, Iris, Jasmine, Rosemary, Rose, Orchid. Base: Cloves, Myrrh, Sandalwood, Amber, Lavender, Opoponax, Vetiver, Musk, Patchouli, Coconut.

How long does Oscar last?

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

Is Oscar loud?

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

What season is Oscar best for?

Fall is the top pick (34%). Winter is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Oscar?

Day wear leads at 52%. Night is a secondary pick at 48%.

Is Oscar for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 63% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Oscar?

Composed by Jean-Louis Sieuzac. Released in 1977.