WS-R-1993

Charlie Red

1993Men

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

Charlie Red by Revlon is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Charlie Red was launched in 1993. Top notes are Gardenia, Peach, Orange Blossom, Plum, Violet and Black Currant; middle notes are Tuberose, Carnation, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Orchid and Rose; base notes are Honey, Musk, Sandalwood, Amber and Cedar.

white floral floral sweet tuberose

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

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

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

50%

41%

32%

32%

32%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring30%Fall27%Winter22%Summer21%Day68%Night32%Wears female72%

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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Revlon picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Charlie Red smell like?

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

What notes are in Charlie Red?

Top: Gardenia, Peach, Orange Blossom, Plum, Violet, Black Currant. Heart: Tuberose, Carnation, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Orchid, Rose. Base: Honey, Musk, Sandalwood, Amber, Cedar.

How long does Charlie Red last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Charlie Red loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Charlie Red best for?

Spring is the top pick (30%). Fall is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Charlie Red?

Day wear leads at 68%. Night is a secondary pick at 32%.

Is Charlie Red for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 72% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.