The r/fragrance community holds Après l'Ondée in high regard as a beautiful, classic Guerlain fragrance with a delicate violet-iris-heliotrope composition. While highly praised for its ethereal quality and romantic aesthetic, it's noted as expensive and often mischaracterized as a petrichor fragrance. Vintage bottles are particularly treasured and considered worth preserving.
Positive
Stunningly beautiful, ethereal violet and iris floral composition
Evokes a romantic, vintage aesthetic with dewy, garden-after-rain vibe
Highly cherished by classic fragrance enthusiasts; considered a reference fragrance
Vintage bottles are considered magical and worth keeping as backups
Negative
Expensive at £75+ price point with limited alternatives
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between North Atlantic and Apres l'Ondee?+
North Atlantic is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from CB I Hate Perfume (2010) dominated by Marine accords. Apres l'Ondee is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (1906) leaning on Powdery accords. They share no primary accords — distinctly different profiles.
By community rating, North Atlantic scores 4.08/5 vs Apres l'Ondee at 4.29/5. Apres l'Ondee's standout strength: Stunningly beautiful, ethereal violet and iris floral composition. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do North Atlantic and Apres l'Ondee smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Apres l'Ondee: The r/fragrance community holds Après l'Ondée in high regard as a beautiful, classic Guerlain fragrance with a delicate violet-iris-heliotrope composition.
Which lasts longer, North Atlantic or Apres l'Ondee?+
Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits North Atlantic vs Apres l'Ondee?+
North Atlantic scores highest for all seasons wear; Apres l'Ondee scores highest for spring wear. North Atlantic leans daytime, Apres l'Ondee leans daytime.
Not actually a petrichor fragrance despite common misconceptions
Rumored to be discontinued, making it harder to obtain
Pre-2007 reformulations preferred by enthusiasts; modern versions less beloved
