Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Warm Spicy
100%
Floral
94%
Woody
84%
Fresh
81%
Citrus
72%
Patchouli
68%
Fruity
64%
Rose
56%
Sweet
55%
Musky
52%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Warm Spicy, Floral, and Woody) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Warm Spicy, Floral, Woody, and Fresh 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 Warm Spicy, Floral, Woody, and Fresh 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
Elle Shocking (Elle Eau de Toilette)byYves Saint Laurentis a Floral fragrance for women.Elle Shocking (Elle Eau de Toilette)was launched in 2009. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Cresp. Top notes are Ginger, Mandarin Orange and Raspberry; middle notes are Peony, Freesia and Jasmine; base notes are Patchouli, Cedar and Musk.Elle Shocking was introduced in 2009, as a limited edition, available as 30, 50 and 90 ml EDT. The fragrance is composed of aromas of mandarin, ginger and peony.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Elle Shocking (Elle Eau de Toilette) 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.