The smell in short
It smells mostly white floral and citrus. Clementine at the top, lily-of-the-valley in the middle and musk at the base.
- Came out
- 1995
- Lasts
- 3 to 6 hours
- Best in
- spring
Banana Republic W notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
About Banana Republic W EDP
Banana Republic W EDP carries the name of its own house. Its strength is Eau de Parfum.
Banana Republic perfumes worth knowing
The house has 23 perfumes here, led by Cypress Cedar, Neroli Woods and Midnight Hour unisex.
Who will like it
The strongest accord is white floral (100%), followed by citrus and musky. You will probably like it if you enjoy white floral and citrus smells and notes like lily-of-the-valley and musk. Perfume fans rate it 3.77 out of 5.
When in the day to wear Banana Republic W
It works better in the day than at night, so it is a good pick for work, school and daily wear. Its citrus side keeps it clean and easy.
Best season for Banana Republic W
The best time of year to wear it is spring. It is less suited to winter. Ranked by season: spring, summer, fall and winter.
Longevity on skin
It lasts a medium time, about 3 to 6 hours on skin. As an Eau de Parfum, it has more perfume oil than an Eau de Toilette, which helps it last. It lasts about as long as Maison Margiela Replica Springtime In A Park and Tocca Giulietta. Base notes like musk are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Sillage and projection
Projection is medium: people near you can smell it. Three or four sprays give a good balance.
Banana Republic W dupes and alternatives
Similar picks to try: Maison Margiela Replica Springtime In A Park (3 shared notes), Tocca Giulietta (2 shared notes), Tom Tailor Be Mindful Woman (2 shared notes) and Rue Broca Nexa Immortal (2 shared notes).
Quick answers
Can men wear Banana Republic W?
It is made for women, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.
When did Banana Republic W come out?
It came out in 1995.
Is it expensive?
No, it is affordable: about €30 in Europe.