La Vie Est Belle
Eau de Parfum · Floral · Bold
Iris and praline — a sweet, powdery floral gourmand that has been in the global top five for over a decade.
- Blackcurrant
- Pear
- Praline
Approx. $150 - $210 (100ml)
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Viktor & Rolf · Floral
Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Review & Australian Buying Guide
An explosion of jasmine, orchid and patchouli — the loudest, most opulent floral on the mainstream market.
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Approx. $180 - $240 (100ml) at local retail.
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- Scent family
- Floral
- Longevity
- 8-10 hours
- Projection
- Very strong
- Best seasons
- Autumn, Winter and Spring
- Marketed for
- Women
- House
- Viktor & Rolf
What Flowerbomb smells like
Flowerbomb is exactly what the name promises: a huge, sweet white-floral bouquet grounded by patchouli and vanilla. It is unrestrained and unmistakably feminine, and it has held its position for twenty years without reformulating into irrelevance.
One or two sprays is genuinely enough. It is too much for the office and too much for summer, but for a winter event it is hard to beat. The Nectar flanker is sweeter and even heavier.
Best for: Events, weddings and anyone who wants to be noticed.
The note pyramid
Top notes
- Bergamot
- Tea
- Osmanthus
The opening — what you smell in the first fifteen minutes.
Heart notes
- Jasmine
- Orchid
- Rose
- Freesia
The core character, emerging after roughly half an hour.
Base notes
- Patchouli
- Vanilla
- Musk
The dry-down that lingers on skin and fabric.
When to wear it
Flowerbomb suits weddings & special events, date night and night out. Its bold intensity means one or two sprays is genuinely enough — this is a fragrance that rewards restraint.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb last?
Expect roughly 8-10 hours on skin with very strong projection. Longevity drops in high heat and humidity, so Queensland and Northern Territory wearers should plan for the lower end of that range. Spraying one of your applications onto clothing rather than skin extends it considerably.
Is Flowerbomb suitable for the Australian climate?
It performs best in autumn, winter and spring. It is not our pick for a hot Australian summer — the composition becomes heavier as temperatures rise, so keep it for the cooler months.
Is Flowerbomb unisex?
It is marketed for women, but fragrance has no rules — the floral character means plenty of people outside that marketing category wear it happily.
How much does Flowerbomb cost in Australia?
Approximately $180 - $240 (100ml) at Australian retail. Designer fragrance is discounted almost continuously, so compare pharmacy chains, duty-free and online marketplaces before paying full department-store price.
If you like Flowerbomb, try these
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Eau de Parfum · Floral · Bold
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- Vanilla
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Chloé Signature
Eau de Parfum · Floral · Moderate
Clean powdery rose and peony — quietly expensive-smelling and endlessly appropriate.
- Peony
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Approx. $140 - $190 (75ml)
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