81 community ratings

Billet Doux (2006)

2006WomenClassic

7.8/ 10

Community score
81 ratings

Fragonard Billet Doux opens with mandarin orange, Amalfi lemon and bergamot, then moves into a floral heart of frangipani and peony; it is a feminine scent that has been discontinued.

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Skunky's take: Like opening a window: the room feels lighter at once.

How does it perform?

From 67 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

7.5 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage

6.7 /10

Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.

Bottle

7.7 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

86% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Citrus
Floral
Fruity
Sweet
Spicy
Woody
Powdery

What does Billet Doux (2006) smell like?

Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn close behind and winter well back. Daily wear, leisure and work are the most chosen settings. Most voters read it as feminine, and some as classic.

The citrus gives a fresh, bright start. In the heart, frangipani, peony and carnation build a floral body with a touch of fruit and spice. Vanilla sweetens the base, while cedar leaves a woody, powdery floor. Aigner Début and Dior Eau de Dolce Vita have a close profile.