Lebanese haute couture designer Elie Saab launched his first fragrance, Le Parfum, in 2011, translating the elegance of the runway into scent form.
Among the illustrious lineup, Girl of Now, Le Parfum, and Elixir collections are created by perfumers such as Francis Kurkdjian, Dominique Ropion, and Sophie Labbe.
With the 2024 release of Girl of Now Petal now available, I made a quick in-store fragrance visit to fully update this article with my top picks from the latest Elie Saab perfume collection.
Best Elie Saab Perfumes
With an emphasis on timeless luxury and femininity, here are 8 of the best Elie Saab perfumes every girl should get excited about.
1. Girl of Now Eau de Parfum
Review
Sweet, fruity and floral, Elie Saab Girl of Now is a contemporary fragrance in the modern age created by Dominique Ropion and Sophie Labbe.
Sedate nutty aromas of roasted pistachio and sweet pear transition into a heart of bitter almond and orange blossom. Tonka bean brings its vanilla presence, supported by patchouli.
Top Notes:
Roasted Pistachio, Pear
Mid Notes:
Bitter Almond, Orange Blossom
Base Notes:
Tonka Bean, Patchouli
Seasons & Longevity
For me, Girl of Now shines brightest during the day for autumn, winter and spring, and its longevity is impressive at 5+ hours.
2. Girl of Now Forever Eau de Parfum
Review
Girl of Now Forever takes the essence of its predecessor and adds a playful, fruity twist of raspberry.
With a lively opening of raspberry and citrus, a heart of Rosa Cassia and Fleur d’Ormond, and a base of cashmeran and patchouli, it’s a fragrance that evolves beautifully on the skin.
Top Notes:
Raspberry, Citrus
Mid Notes:
Rosa Cassia, Fleur d’Ormond
Base Notes:
Cashmeran, Patchouli
Seasons & Longevity
This is a spring, summer and fall scent in my book, perfect for days filled with sunshine and laughter. Whether for casual outings or a special daytime event, it lasts 5+ hours.
3. Girl of Now Shine Eau de Parfum
Review
Girl of Now Shine is a radiant addition to the Girl of Now collection. I especially love the pineapple and ylang-ylang.
A sparkling combination of pineapple, pear, and pistachio moves into a romantic heart of bitter almond and exotic ylang-ylang. Vanilla dominates the base.
Top Notes:
Pineapple, Pear, Orange, Pistachio
Mid Notes:
Ylang-Ylang, Orange Blossom, Almond, Jasmine
Base Notes:
Patchouli, Vanilla, Iris
Seasons & Longevity
I recommend Girl of Now Shine for any season. It’s more of an elegant daytime scent that promises to stay with you for 6+ hours.
4. Girl of Now Lovely Eau de Parfum
Review
Launched in 2022, Girl of Now Lovely is a cleaner, more aromatic interpretation of the Girl of Now line.
It opens with aromas of mandarin, pear, and minty blackcurrant buds, with fragrant frangipani dominating the heart. I get mostly almondy vanilla from the base.
Top Notes:
Mandarin, Pear, Blackcurrant Buds
Mid Notes:
Rose, Frangipani, Ormond Flower
Base Notes:
Cashmeran, Patchouli, Tonka Bean Accord
Seasons & Longevity
This is one for spring and early autumn, offering a subtle yet lasting presence. Its lightness makes it suitable for everyday wear, and it lasts 5+ hours.
5. Girl of Now Rose Petal Eau de Parfum
Review
New for 2024, Girl of Now Rose Petal is a tribute to the timeless elegance of the rose that captures the beauty of bloom and renewal.
The fragrance begins with pepper-dusted peach and a blooming heart of fragrant rose, supported by wood and musk. It’s an ode to femininity in its purest form.
Top Notes:
Sichuan Pepper, Mandarin, Pink Peach
Mid Notes:
Magnolia, Rose
Base Notes:
Blond Woods, White Musk
Seasons & Longevity
Rose Petal is a spring and summer jewel, ideal for romantic evenings and special occasions. Its performance is graceful, that whispers rather than shouts, lasting 5+ hours.
6. Elie Saab Le Parfum Eau de Parfum
Review
Created by Francis Kurkdjian, Elie Saab Le Parfum is the quintessence white floral scent, a fragrance that captures the magic of haute couture.
African orange flower joins forces with clean jasmine, patchouli, and a splash of honey to create a sophisticated feminine fragrance.
Top Notes:
African Orange Flower
Mid Notes:
Jasmine
Base Notes:
Patchouli, Cedar, Rose, Honey
Seasons & Longevity
Lasting 6+ hours, Le Parfum is a versatile masterpiece, suitable for all seasons. Its depth and gentle warmth are ideal for formal events and intimate nights.
7. Elie Saab Le Parfum In White Eau de Parfum
Review
Le Parfum In White is a radiant interpretation of the classic Le Parfum, offering a new dimension of brightness and joy.
Orange blossom and delicious red berries dominate the opening, and jasmine blooms from the heart. Warm amber and musk provide a touch of seductive elegance.
Top Notes:
Orange Blossom, Red Berries, Lime, Mandarin Orange
Mid Notes:
Jasmine, Peach
Base Notes:
Patchouli, White Amber, White Musk, Tolu Balsam, Benzoin, Vanilla
Seasons & Longevity
This fragrance celebrates spring and summer, making it perfect for weddings and other joyous daytime gatherings. It lasted 5+ hours on my skin.
8. Elie Saab Elixir Eau de Parfum
Review
Elie Saab Elixir was launched in 2023 and offers a mysterious and alluring blend of powdery iris and rich resins.
Zesty mandarin and neroli are swiftly overpowered by a heart of powdery iris and love accord. A rich base of amber woods, myrrh, and benzoin ensures a seductive finish.
Top Notes:
Mandarin Essence, Neroli Essence
Mid Notes:
Iris, Love Accord
Base Notes:
Amber Woods, Myrrh, Benzoin
Seasons & Longevity
Elixir is a scent for the cooler months, ideal for evening wear and special occasions. Its unique composition wraps you in a veil of mystery for 6+ hours.
Ingrid’s Top Pick
Girl of Now Lovely Eau de Parfum
My top pick Elie Saab perfume from the collection is Girl of Now Lovely Eau de Parfum. Pear and almond meet frangipani with a hint of mint.
Conclusion
What I like about the Elie Saab collection is the diverse range of perfumes available, all at a reasonable price point. You can get a 30 ml bottle of Girl of Now for around £45 / $57 and a 90 ml bottle of Le Parfum for £95 / $120.
Girl of Now Forever is playful and fruity, Le Parfum oozes feminine sophistication, and Girl of Now Rose Petal feels like a gentle stroll through a floral garden on a summer’s day.
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