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My Fifth Avenue
by Elizabeth Arden
My Fifth Avenue by Elizabeth Arden is a fresh, clean floral with light aquatic and citrus notes that offer a bright, effervescent opening. The heart features a soft bouquet of white florals—jasmine, lily of the valley, lotus—laced with a subtle sweet pear and ozonic coolness, creating a light, airy feel. The base blends musk, amberwood, cedar, and orris for a warm, softly woody dry-down, adding a quiet elegance. Overall, it is a refined, youthful-sophisticated scent with a delicate balance of sweetness and freshness. It performs well as a daytime fragrance, particularly in spring and summer, and delivers moderate longevity with a sillage that is noticeable but not overpowering. While some find it generic or forgettable, others appreciate its clean, inoffensive appeal, likening it to romantic, elevated floral perfumes like J'Adore or Marc Jacobs Daisy, though without the boldness or complexity of those. It earns a consistent positive reception for being wearable, affordable, and suitable for work and casual settings.
Pros
- +Fresh, airy floral with citrus and ozonic notes
- +Balanced sweetness and elegance without gourmand heaviness
- +Moderate, reliable longevity for an affordable fragrance
- +Suitable for daytime, warm seasons, and professional environments
Cons
- −Mostly medium longevity with some reports of fading within hours
- −Can feel slightly insubstantial or generic to those seeking depth
- −The amberwood base may turn harsh or overpowered on some skin types, especially with heavy application