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What does Citizen Queen smell like?

Citizen Queen is a sophisticated paradox, capturing the tension between a clean, vintage powder room and the lived-in warmth of a leather jacket. The fragrance opens with a sharp, sparkling burst of a...

Details

House: Juliette Has A Gun
Concentration: Eau De Parfum
Gender: feminine
Year: 2008
Longevity: 7.7 / 10
Sillage: 7.0 / 10
Scent Profile: Floral, Powdery, Leathery, Spicy, Sweet
Best Seasons: Fall, Winter
Best Occasions: Evening, Night Out
Perfumer: Romano Ricci

Community Insights

Based on 7 discussions

The fragrance is widely regarded as a modernized vintage chypre, often described as a more rebellious, leather-forward alternative to classic aldehydic florals like Chanel No. 5.
Performance is a strong point for most enthusiasts; it is noted for its impressive longevity and a sillage that is noticeable and "rowdy" without becoming cloying.
While the powdery aspects are lauded, the opening can be polarizing due to the sharp combination of leather and aldehydes, which some find harsh before the floral heart emerges.
It is frequently recommended as a "boss scent" for professional settings where one wants to command respect, or for evening occasions that require a sultry, sophisticated edge.
Enthusiasts often categorize this alongside other Juliette Has A Gun "rose" profiles, specifically identifying Citizen Queen as the "sophisticated vintage" sibling in the lineup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Citizen Queen still in production?+

Citizen Queen has been discontinued by Juliette Has A Gun, making it increasingly difficult to find at retail boutiques and highly sought after by collectors on the secondary market.

How does the leather note behave in this fragrance?+

The leather here is not smoky or "biker-style"; instead, it is a smooth, suede-like note that works in tandem with the powdery iris to create a sophisticated, glove-like texture.

Can this be worn in warm weather?+

While it can be worn year-round, most users find it performs best in fall, winter, and spring. The dense powder and animalic base notes can feel heavy or "thick" in high humidity and summer heat.

Does it smell like "Not a Perfume" because of the ambroxan?+

While it contains a significant amount of ambroxan, it is a much more traditional and complex fragrance than Not a Perfume. It uses the ambroxan more as a fixative for the florals and leather rather than a standalone skin scent.

Appears in Collections

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What does Citizen Queen smell like?

Citizen Queen is a sophisticated paradox, capturing the tension between a clean, vintage powder room and the lived-in warmth of a leather jacket. The fragrance opens with a sharp, sparkling burst of a...

Details

House: Juliette Has A Gun
Concentration: Eau De Parfum
Gender: feminine
Year: 2008
Longevity: 7.7 / 10
Sillage: 7.0 / 10
Scent Profile: Floral, Powdery, Leathery, Spicy, Sweet
Best Seasons: Fall, Winter
Best Occasions: Evening, Night Out
Perfumer: Romano Ricci

Community Insights

Based on 7 discussions

The fragrance is widely regarded as a modernized vintage chypre, often described as a more rebellious, leather-forward alternative to classic aldehydic florals like Chanel No. 5.
Performance is a strong point for most enthusiasts; it is noted for its impressive longevity and a sillage that is noticeable and "rowdy" without becoming cloying.
While the powdery aspects are lauded, the opening can be polarizing due to the sharp combination of leather and aldehydes, which some find harsh before the floral heart emerges.
It is frequently recommended as a "boss scent" for professional settings where one wants to command respect, or for evening occasions that require a sultry, sophisticated edge.
Enthusiasts often categorize this alongside other Juliette Has A Gun "rose" profiles, specifically identifying Citizen Queen as the "sophisticated vintage" sibling in the lineup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Citizen Queen still in production?+

Citizen Queen has been discontinued by Juliette Has A Gun, making it increasingly difficult to find at retail boutiques and highly sought after by collectors on the secondary market.

How does the leather note behave in this fragrance?+

The leather here is not smoky or "biker-style"; instead, it is a smooth, suede-like note that works in tandem with the powdery iris to create a sophisticated, glove-like texture.

Can this be worn in warm weather?+

While it can be worn year-round, most users find it performs best in fall, winter, and spring. The dense powder and animalic base notes can feel heavy or "thick" in high humidity and summer heat.

Does it smell like "Not a Perfume" because of the ambroxan?+

While it contains a significant amount of ambroxan, it is a much more traditional and complex fragrance than Not a Perfume. It uses the ambroxan more as a fixative for the florals and leather rather than a standalone skin scent.

Is this a "mature" fragrance?+

Because of the aldehydes and heavy iris/orris powder, it has a "retro" or "vintage-glam" vibe. It is often described as a "grown-up" scent, leaning more toward sophistication than youthful fruitiness.

What is the main difference between the top notes and the drydown?+

The opening is quite sharp, cold, and airy due to the aldehydes, whereas the drydown is exceptionally warm, sweet, and resinous thanks to the amber, vanilla, and tonka bean.

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Accords

Notes

TopLeather//Aldehydes//Bergamot

HeartOrris absolute//Orris concrete//Orange blossom//Tuberose

BaseMuscenone®//Benzoin//Tonka bean//Labdanum//Vanilla//Civet//Ambroxan

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Appears in Collections

Eau de Parfum Fragrances1104 Feminine Fragrances2169 2000s Fragrances1079 Fragrances Starting With C517

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