What does it smell like?
The first thing you smell is bergamot and mandarin leaf. The heart brings magnolia and gardenia. On the skin it settles into vanilla and cedar. Overall it smells floral and citrus.
- Lasts
- 3 to 6 hours
- Best in
- spring
Ruby 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 Judith Leiber Ruby EDP
Ruby EDP comes from Judith Leiber. This one is the Eau de Parfum.
More from Judith Leiber
The house has 8 perfumes here, led by Topaz, Night and Exotic Coral.
Price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €51. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs more than Nino Cerruti 1881 and Gianni Versace L'Homme.
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. Nino Cerruti 1881 and Gianni Versace L'Homme last longer, if that matters to you. Base notes like vanilla and cedar are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Which weather suits Ruby
The best time of year to wear it is spring. It is less suited to winter. Ranked by season: spring, summer, fall and winter.
Will people notice Ruby?
Projection is medium: people near you can smell it. Three or four sprays give a good balance. Nino Cerruti 1881 and Gianni Versace L'Homme spread further.
Who will like it
The strongest accord is floral (100%), followed by citrus and white floral. You will probably like it if you enjoy floral and citrus smells and notes like magnolia and vanilla. Less obvious notes include osmanthus, cyclamen and amber. Perfume fans rate it 3.75 out of 5.
Ruby dupes and alternatives
Similar picks to try: Nino Cerruti 1881 (8 shared notes), Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò (8 shared notes), Gianni Versace Blue Jeans (8 shared notes) and Gianni Versace L'Homme (8 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Gianni Versace Blue Jeans starts from €30.
Questions people ask
Can men wear Ruby?
It is made for women, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.
Can I wear Ruby to work?
Yes, it suits daytime and the office well.