Revlon Charlie Blue Eau De Toilette

Revlon Charlie Blue Eau De Toilette, launched in 1973, is a bold floral-woody-mossy fragrance with a vintage charm that continues to resonate with those who appreciate deep, classic aromas. As one of the earliest entries in the Charlie line, this scent captures a sense of confident femininity rooted in earthy elegance. Rich and full-bodied, it’s a fragrance that leans into its era with unapologetic strength and character.

The opening of Charlie Blue reveals an interplay of citrusy brightness and soft fruit. Fresh aldehydes, peach, and hyacinth create an inviting first impression that feels crisp and a touch green. The peach adds subtle warmth and a hint of juiciness, while the hyacinth contributes a sharp floral freshness that balances the opening sweetness with a slightly soapy edge.

At the heart lies a beautifully old-school floral bouquet of rose, carnation, cyclamen, orris root, and lily-of-the-valley. This stage is complex and powdery, with the orris and carnation lending a spicy, almost vintage makeup-like character. The rose and lily-of-the-valley soften the intensity with their airy and classic elegance, evoking a feminine, floral core that feels refined and grounded.

As the scent dries down, it becomes smoother and more sensual with a base of sandalwood, oakmoss, cedar, musk, and vanilla. These notes deepen the fragrance, with the oakmoss bringing a mossy green sharpness, while the musk and vanilla blend into a subtly sweet, skin-like warmth. Cedar and sandalwood offer a dry, woody structure that lingers beautifully throughout wear.

Fragrance Notes
Top notes: Aldehydes, Peach, Hyacinth
Heart notes: Rose, Carnation, Cyclamen, Orris Root, Lily-of-the-valley
Base notes: Oakmoss, Sandalwood, Cedar, Musk, Vanilla