Paula by Paula Cahen D'Anvers
Women
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Paula by Paula Cahen D'Anvers: A Citrusy, Woody Delight for Women Paula is a women's fragrance from Paula Cahen D'Anvers that artfully blends the brightness of citrus with the warmth of woods and amber. It's a scent designed for the modern woman who values sophistication and versatility in her signature perfume. With an impressive rating of 4.44 out of 5…
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25 votes
- Positive 92%
- Negative 4.0%
- Neutral 4.0%
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Leading answer I own it
68 votes
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Leading answer Love it
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Season
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About Paula
Paula by Paula Cahen D'Anvers: A Citrusy, Woody Delight for Women
Paula is a women's fragrance from Paula Cahen D'Anvers that artfully blends the brightness of citrus with the warmth of woods and amber. It's a scent designed for the modern woman who values sophistication and versatility in her signature perfume.
With an impressive rating of 4.44 out of 5 based on 25 ratings, this fragrance has already won over a discerning audience. Its balanced composition makes it suitable for everything from office wear to evening outings.
The olfactory structure of Paula opens with bergamot and lemon, whose sharp, zesty acidity delivers an immediate burst of freshness. These citrus notes are not just a fleeting top layer; they intertwine with aromatic nuances that evoke a clean, subtly herbal sensation.
As the fragrance develops, a fresh spicy accord takes center stage, adding a vibrant and mildly piquant energy. This heart phase creates a smooth transition from the initial brightness to the deeper base, keeping the wearer engaged throughout the day.
The base is rich and enveloping, featuring tonka bean, amber, cedar, and sandalwood. Tonka bean introduces a creamy, slightly powdery sweetness, while amber radiates a golden warmth. The woods, with their solid and elegant presence, anchor the composition and ensure a lasting sillage.
The primary accords—citrus, aromatic, fresh spicy, woody, and amber—come together in perfect harmony. This is not a loud perfume but rather a creation that unfolds gradually, inviting you to explore each layer. The evolution is smooth and well-crafted, a hallmark of quality perfumery.
Although an official note pyramid isn't provided, the listed ingredients suggest a classic and refined construction. The absence of credited perfumers doesn't diminish the perceived quality, as reflected in the positive reviews and high rating.
In essence, Paula embodies a confident and elegant femininity, making a statement without trying too hard. Its versatility allows it to shine in both casual and formal settings, offering a complete and satisfying olfactory experience.
This fragrance is perfect for women who love citrusy and woody scents with a warm amber undertone. It suits those who want a balanced perfume that transitions effortlessly from day to night. Fans of subtle spices and precious woods will also appreciate the complexity of Paula.
Paula by Paula Cahen D'Anvers is a beautifully balanced women's fragrance that pairs citrus freshness with the warmth of amber and woods. With a rating of 4.44 out of 5, it has earned its place among beloved perfumes. Elegant, versatile, and memorable—it's a worthy addition to any collection.
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
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Sillage
Leading answer Intimate
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Character
Leading answer Traditionally feminine
14 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Excellent value
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A very fresh, minimalist perfume. I wore it as a teenager and remember constantly reapplying it because the longevity wasn’t the best, especially compared with the female titan of the era: Ciel celeste. I suspect they must have invented the notes, since they didn’t declare them for years. Paula sold itself, but through word of mouth you knew it was a very ethereal, delicate citrus mist. Lacking more variety in my collection, I used it to go out, but I’d say its ideal setting is an office. I don’t know if they’ve reformulated it or not, but it had nothing of tonka bean and amber. It’s above all a citrus perfume, a kind of Arden’s Green Tea oriented toward bergamot. I’m not saying they’re the same perfume, just that they share the idea of an affordable, light, refreshing scent. In my opinion, of the two, Paula is much more elegant and versatile. I hope it keeps succeeding as what it always was: a very pleasant, well-made Argentine perfume. A pride of ours, but also a classic of middle-class girls from the interior, who didn’t have access to so many options but, thanks to Paula, could perfume ourselves with dignity.
I used it about 8 years ago and liked it quite a bit; I don’t know if the formula is still the same.
Happy to see this classic on Fragrantica; its reputation precedes it. A citrus scent with body; the tonka bean and amber give it that enveloping touch and have made it a faithful compaion for summers and, why not, all year round too. Fresh, versatile, clean. It also has my name—complete comb 😁. A BBB, very recommendable.
Paula has arrived on Fragrantica!!! My signature perfume for some years now 🙂 Fresh, citrusy, clean, joyful and comforting. I love this perfume; it takes me straight back to my childhood ♥. One of those fragrances that put you in a good mood and make you smile! In Argentina it’s the classic of classics. Years go by and it’s still going strong; it’s very youthful because of its freshness and lightness. Thanks for uploading it!!
How happy I am to see the perfumes of this Argentine brand on FRAGRANTICA!🥰 I had been asking them for a long time when they were going to add PAULA CAHEN D’ANVERS perfumes. This Paula (classic) was the first one I had. It was 2006 😁 when I saw a perfume with my name in a perfumery and I couldn’t help wanting it. When I got it, it was love at first sniff. Already being a lover of floral citrus, musk, and aquatic scents, this fragrance captivated me with its simplicity. It didn’t need to be loaded with sweet and heavy notes to remain in my memory and transport me to a moment where everything is white, in neutral tones, thinking of a spa, or a place where we are comfortable, without stress, returning to ourselves. This perfume calms me down and also lifts me up, gives me energy, because the citrus notes and the combination with amber and sandalwood are just right. Here they don’t declare the wormwood note that is registered in the brand’s page description, and it’s an important note because I’ve read it has anti-inflammatory and anti-stress properties, among others… Paula 🤍🪽 aligns you, caresses you, and lets you go. It’s everything that is right in the air when I spray it, it’s delicious, and although there are those who say they got tired of it… They still like it. It’s already a classic. I always need to have one in my closet, even just to look at it… The box with its sober colors but with character of “I don’t need much noise or colors, this is me and you love it”… In short, a perfume that never reminded me of any other! Except, and I just realized (I realize) that it has a fairly close similarity with Chanson D’ Vie now that I think about it… My memory associated those citrus notes with the sunny and fresh feeling of a morning bathed in dew in the grass and a ray of sunshine, that’s how Coty’s is (unfortunately discontinued). Also, in the soft and somewhat powdery part, it reminds me of Chanson d’Air, it’s an almost ethereal and musky vibe, like with clean cotton. Ugh, well, I went on too long, but it’s one of the best perfumes for me. I hope we keep having you for many more years.🤍🪽
How happy I am to see the perfumes of this Argentine brand on FRAGRANTICA!🥰 I had been asking them for a long time when they were going to add PAULA CAHEN D’ANVERS perfumes. This Paula (classic) was the first one I had. It was 2006 😁 when I saw a perfume with my name in a perfumery and I couldn’t help wanting it. When I got it, it was love at first sniff. Already being a lover of floral citrus, musk, and aquatic scents, this fragrance captivated me with its simplicity. It didn’t need to be loaded with sweet and heavy notes to remain in my memory and transport me to a moment where everything is white, in neutral tones, thinking of a spa, or a place where we are comfortable, without stress, returning to ourselves. This perfume calms me down and also lifts me up, gives me energy, because the citrus notes and the combination with amber and sandalwood are just right. Here they don’t declare the wormwood note that is registered in the brand’s page description, and it’s an important note because I’ve read it has anti-inflammatory and anti-stress properties, among others… Paula 🤍🪽 aligns you, caresses you, and lets you go. It’s everything that is right in the air when I spray it, it’s delicious, and although there are those who say they got tired of it… They still like it. It’s already a classic. I always need to have one in my closet, even just to look at it… The box with its sober colors but with character of “I don’t need much noise or colors, this is me and you love it”… In short, a perfume that never reminded me of any other! Except, and I just realized (I realize) that it has a fairly close similarity with Chanson D’ Vie now that I think about it… My memory associated those citrus notes with the sunny and fresh feeling of a morning bathed in dew in the grass and a ray of sunshine, that’s how Coty’s is (unfortunately discontinued). Also, in the soft and somewhat powdery part, it reminds me of Chanson d’Air, it’s an almost ethereal and musky vibe, like with clean cotton. Ugh, well, I went on too long, but it’s one of the best perfumes for me. I hope we keep having you for many more years.🤍🪽
Paula has arrived at Fragrantica!!! My signature perfume for a few years now 🙂 Fresh, citrusy, clean, cheerful, and comforting. I love this perfume, it takes me straight back to my childhood ♥ One of those fragrances that put you in a good mood and make you smile! In Argentina, it’s the classic of classics. Years go by and it’s still relevant, it’s very youthful due to its freshness and lightness. Thank you for adding it!!
A very fresh and minimalist perfume. I used to wear it as a teenager; I remember I would constantly reapply it because the longevity wasn’t the best, especially compared to the female titan of the time: Ciel celeste. I suspect they had to make up the notes, because they weren’t declared for years. Paula sold itself, but through word of mouth you knew it was an ethereal and delicate citrus mist. Lacking more variety in my collection, I would wear it to go out, but I’d say its ideal setting is an office. I don’t know if they’ve reformulated it or not, but it had nothing of tonka bean and amber. It’s a citrus perfume above all, a kind of Green Tea by Arden oriented towards bergamot. I’m not saying they’re the same perfumes, just that they share the idea of an inexpensive, light, and refreshing perfume. In my opinion, of the two, Paula is much more elegant and versatile. I hope it continues to thrive as it always has, a very pleasant and well-made Argentine perfume. A point of pride for us, but also a classic of middle-class girls from the ‘interior,’ who didn’t have access to so many options, but thanks to Paula we could smell decent.
happy to see this classic on fragrantica, its reputation precedes it. A citrus with body, with the tonka bean and amber giving it that enveloping touch, have made it a faithful companion of summers and why not, all year round too. Fresh, versatile, clean. Plus it bears my name, perfect combo 😁. A highly recommended bbb.
I used it about 8 years ago and I quite liked it, I don’t know if the same formula is maintained