Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Citrus
100%
Woody
75%
Sweet
74%
Yellow Floral
68%
Musky
66%
Fruity
65%
Powdery
53%
Fresh Spicy
50%
Rose
50%
Patchouli
45%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Citrus, Woody, and Sweet) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Citrus, Woody, Sweet, and Yellow Floral among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
With Citrus, Woody, Sweet, and Yellow Floral among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.
Overview
CrushbyRihannais a Amber Floral fragrance for women.Crushwas launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Natasha Côté. Top notes are Bergamot, Mandarin Orange and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Ylang-Ylang, Red Berries and Pink Rose; base notes are Musk, Cedar and Patchouli.Crush by Rihanna comes out in the summer of 2016. The new fragrance is Rihanna's eighth, and judging by the design of the bottle, it belongs to the same collection as RiRi by Rihanna from 2015. Crush is announced as a mysterious, sexy and provocative scent that breaks down barriers and is setting new rules; strong, empowering, unapologetic and confident.The composition is said to be floriental. Fresh notes of bergamot, juicy mandarin and bright pink pepper create the opening and lead to the floral - fruity heart. Pink rose blends with spicy ylang-ylang, complemented by sweet and sour red berries aroma. The base ends with woody notes of sexy patchouli, creamy musk and cedar. The perfume was developed by Natasha Cote.The bottle was designed by Rihanna herself; the form is identical to the RiRi edition, colored in shades of gold and decorated with pink details. It is available from the beginning of August 2016 as a 30 and 100 ml Eau de Parfum, along with a 10 ml rollerball.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Crush office-safe?
- With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.