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What does Upper Ten for Her smell like?

Upper Ten for Her is a cinematic fragrance that feels like a midnight toast in a 1920s speakeasy. It opens with an intriguing, tart sweetness driven by Isabella grape and bergamot, grounded by the medicinal, pine-like hum of elemi resin and artemisia. This isn't a simple fruit basket; it is a sophisticated "bootleg cocktail" that balances brightness with a shadowy, resinous edge. As the scent develops, it moves into a decadent heart where raspberry liqueur and Bulgarian rose absolute take center stage. The sweetness is kept in check by the biting, tingling heat of Sichuan pepper, preventing the blend from becoming a literal dessert. It feels like wearing silk velvet—smooth, weighted, and undeniably glamorous. The community often describes this as a "people pleaser" that manages to stay unassuming yet complex, like a minimalist art deco sculpture. The drydown is where the fragrance reveals its true depth. Dark chocolate and amber provide a creamy, bitter-sweet base that melds into the smoky mystery of frankincense and precious woods. It lingers on the skin with a "sultry" and "meditative" quality, lasting well through the night. Wearing it feels like an olfactive bridge between playful fruity gourmands and serious, woody incense perfumes.

Details

House: Lubin
Gender: feminine
Year: 2016
Longevity: 8.0 / 10 · 162 Parfumo ratings
Sillage: 7.3 / 10 · 163 Parfumo ratings
Season votes on Parfumo: Fall (83 votes), Winter (71 votes)
Occasion votes on Parfumo: Evening (73 votes), Night Out (68 votes)
Scent Profile: Spicy, Floral, Sweet, Fruity, Woody
Perfumer: Delphine Thierry

Historical community ratings and votes imported from Parfumo. Values may have changed since import; the observation date is unavailable. Ratings reflect community opinions, not measured wear tests. Categories show up to two leading vote counts; votes are category selections and may overlap.

Community Insights

The fragrance is widely praised for its exceptional longevity, with many enthusiasts noting it lasts all day and into the night, projecting a noticeable but non-cloying trail.
While marketed for women, the blend of spicy Sichuan pepper, frankincense, and dark woods gives it a versatile character that some find approachable for anyone who enjoys "sultry" amber scents.
Enthusiasts frequently describe the aesthetic as "art deco" or "flapper-esque," recommending it specifically for evening wear, date nights, and glamorous social occasions.
There is a common consensus that while the raspberry and chocolate notes suggest a gourmand, the heavy influence of resins and woods keeps it from feeling like a sugary "mall scent."
It is often cited as a standout in the Lubin catalog for its "split personality," successfully balancing playful fruitiness with a sophisticated, mature woody base.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Upper Ten for Her a very sweet, sugary fragrance?+

While it features raspberry liqueur and dark chocolate, it is not a traditional "sugar-bomb." The sweetness is tempered by tart Isabella grape, spicy Sichuan pepper, and a smoky frankincense base, resulting in a sophisticated, boozy fruitiness rather than a candy-like scent.

How does this fragrance perform in terms of lasting power?+

This fragrance is known for its impressive longevity. It typically lasts through an entire workday or a long evening out, often remaining detectable on skin and clothing well after the initial application.

Is this suitable for office wear or is it strictly for evenings?+

While its "sultry" profile and raspberry liqueur notes make it a favorite for evening events and night-outs, many users find it unassuming enough for daily wear or business settings if applied lighty, thanks to its sophisticated wood and resin drydown.

Can this fragrance be worn in warm weather?+

Most people prefer wearing this in the cooler months of autumn and winter. The richness of the amber, chocolate, and frankincense can feel quite dense in high heat, though the tart fruit notes do allow for some wear in early spring.

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What does Upper Ten for Her smell like?

Upper Ten for Her is a cinematic fragrance that feels like a midnight toast in a 1920s speakeasy. It opens with an intriguing, tart sweetness driven by Isabella grape and bergamot, grounded by the medicinal, pine-like hum of elemi resin and artemisia. This isn't a simple fruit basket; it is a sophisticated "bootleg cocktail" that balances brightness with a shadowy, resinous edge. As the scent develops, it moves into a decadent heart where raspberry liqueur and Bulgarian rose absolute take center stage. The sweetness is kept in check by the biting, tingling heat of Sichuan pepper, preventing the blend from becoming a literal dessert. It feels like wearing silk velvet—smooth, weighted, and undeniably glamorous. The community often describes this as a "people pleaser" that manages to stay unassuming yet complex, like a minimalist art deco sculpture. The drydown is where the fragrance reveals its true depth. Dark chocolate and amber provide a creamy, bitter-sweet base that melds into the smoky mystery of frankincense and precious woods. It lingers on the skin with a "sultry" and "meditative" quality, lasting well through the night. Wearing it feels like an olfactive bridge between playful fruity gourmands and serious, woody incense perfumes.

Details

House: Lubin
Gender: feminine
Year: 2016
Longevity: 8.0 / 10 · 162 Parfumo ratings
Sillage: 7.3 / 10 · 163 Parfumo ratings
Season votes on Parfumo: Fall (83 votes), Winter (71 votes)
Occasion votes on Parfumo: Evening (73 votes), Night Out (68 votes)
Scent Profile: Spicy, Floral, Sweet, Fruity, Woody
Perfumer: Delphine Thierry

Historical community ratings and votes imported from Parfumo. Values may have changed since import; the observation date is unavailable. Ratings reflect community opinions, not measured wear tests. Categories show up to two leading vote counts; votes are category selections and may overlap.

Community Insights

The fragrance is widely praised for its exceptional longevity, with many enthusiasts noting it lasts all day and into the night, projecting a noticeable but non-cloying trail.
While marketed for women, the blend of spicy Sichuan pepper, frankincense, and dark woods gives it a versatile character that some find approachable for anyone who enjoys "sultry" amber scents.
Enthusiasts frequently describe the aesthetic as "art deco" or "flapper-esque," recommending it specifically for evening wear, date nights, and glamorous social occasions.
There is a common consensus that while the raspberry and chocolate notes suggest a gourmand, the heavy influence of resins and woods keeps it from feeling like a sugary "mall scent."
It is often cited as a standout in the Lubin catalog for its "split personality," successfully balancing playful fruitiness with a sophisticated, mature woody base.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Upper Ten for Her a very sweet, sugary fragrance?+

While it features raspberry liqueur and dark chocolate, it is not a traditional "sugar-bomb." The sweetness is tempered by tart Isabella grape, spicy Sichuan pepper, and a smoky frankincense base, resulting in a sophisticated, boozy fruitiness rather than a candy-like scent.

How does this fragrance perform in terms of lasting power?+

This fragrance is known for its impressive longevity. It typically lasts through an entire workday or a long evening out, often remaining detectable on skin and clothing well after the initial application.

Is this suitable for office wear or is it strictly for evenings?+

While its "sultry" profile and raspberry liqueur notes make it a favorite for evening events and night-outs, many users find it unassuming enough for daily wear or business settings if applied lighty, thanks to its sophisticated wood and resin drydown.

Can this fragrance be worn in warm weather?+

Most people prefer wearing this in the cooler months of autumn and winter. The richness of the amber, chocolate, and frankincense can feel quite dense in high heat, though the tart fruit notes do allow for some wear in early spring.

How does this differ from the original Upper Ten (for men)?+

While both share a woody, spicy DNA and a 1920s inspiration, Upper Ten for Her replaces the heavier leather and cedar of the masculine version with Bulgarian rose, raspberry, and dark chocolate to create a more floral and gourmand profile.

Is this a good choice for someone who doesn't like typical floral perfumes?+

Yes. Although it contains Bulgarian rose, the floral aspect is secondary to the "spicy fruity" classification. The focus is much more on the resins, woods, and the tart, boozy fruit notes.

Accords

Notes

TopElemi resin//Isabella grape//Bergamot//Artemisia

HeartRaspberry liqueur//Bulgarian rose absolute//Sichuan pepper

BaseAmber//Frankincense//Precious woods//Dark chocolate

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