Yardley Precious
What does it smell like?
It smells mostly citrus and floral. Bergamot and citruses at the top, eucalyptus and french violet in the middle and amber and metallic notes at the base.
- Lasts
- less than 1 hour
- Best in
- fall
Precious 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
A closer look at Yardley Precious
Precious is made by Yardley.
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Longevity on skin
It fades fairly fast, after about less than 1 hour on skin, so you may want to spray it again later. Yardley Gorgeous and Hermès Variety last longer, if that matters to you. Base notes like amber and metallic notes are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Who will like it
The strongest accord is citrus (35%), followed by floral and woody. You will probably like it if you enjoy citrus and floral smells and notes like eucalyptus and amber. Less obvious notes include daisy, muguet and musk. Perfume fans rate it 3.89 out of 5.
Best season for Precious
The best time of year to wear it is fall and spring. It is less suited to summer. Ranked by season: fall, spring, winter and summer.
Precious: day or night?
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.
Price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €54. That puts it in the middle price range. It costs less than Hermès Variety and Essential Parfums Nice Bergamote.
Perfumes that smell like Precious
Similar picks to try: Yardley Gorgeous (15 shared notes), Hermès Variety (7 shared notes), Gianni Versace Blue Jeans (7 shared notes) and Essential Parfums Nice Bergamote (7 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Gianni Versace Blue Jeans starts from €30.
Quick answers
Does Precious project well?
Strong. People around you will notice it.
Can men wear Precious?
It is made for women, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.