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.
Pozitivní
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
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Expensive at £75+ price point with limited alternatives
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What's the difference between Triple Rose Solstice Elixir and Apres l'Ondee?+
Triple Rose Solstice Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Phoenix Botanicals (2013) dominated by Rose accords. Apres l'Ondee is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (1906) leaning on Powdery accords. They share 1 accord: Floral.
Which is better, Triple Rose Solstice Elixir or Apres l'Ondee?+
By community rating, Triple Rose Solstice Elixir scores 3.17/5 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 Triple Rose Solstice Elixir 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, Triple Rose Solstice Elixir or Apres l'Ondee?+
Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Triple Rose Solstice Elixir vs Apres l'Ondee?+
Triple Rose Solstice Elixir scores highest for all seasons wear; Apres l'Ondee scores highest for spring wear. Triple Rose Solstice Elixir 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
