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Look at what fragrance was created in the year of your birth. 1990-1999

...The period from 1990 to 1999 was marked by a number of significant events in the world of perfumery. During this decade, many new fragrances have appeared, some of which have become classics and are popular to this day.

In the early 1990s, perfumers continued to create heavy and rich fragrances that were popular in the 80s. However, in the middle of the decade, a new trend appeared in the world of perfumery – fresh and light fragrances.

In 1992, the French house Thierry Mugler released its iconic Angel fragrance, which became the first oriental fragrance with strong sweet notes of cocoa and caramel. Angel quickly became a hit of sales and is still one of the most famous and popular fragrances in the world.

In the mid-1990s, light and fresh flavors became very popular.

In the late 1990s, fragrances with more pronounced fruity and floral notes began to appear in the world of perfumery. Gucci released their Envy fragrance in 1997, which was a rich floral fragrance with notes of gardenia, magnolia and lily of the valley.

Another notable event in the perfumery world of the 1990s was the appearance of the fragrance J'adore by Dior in 1999. This fragrance has become a symbol of femininity and luxury thanks to its notes of jasmine, rose and fruit.

Also in the 1990s there were many new scents from such famous brands as Calvin Klein, Versace, Giorgio Armani, Yves Saint Laurent, and Burberry. Some of these fragrances, for example, Acqua di Gio by Giorgio Armani, have become legendary and popular to this day.

In addition, the 1990s became a period when fragrances from young and new brands began to appear. For example, Tommy Hilfiger released their Tommy fragrance in 1995, which became very popular among young people due to its freshness.

1990:

LANCÔME Tresor

PARFUMS GRÈS PARIS Cabotine

1991:

1. Estée Lauder - Spellbound: elegant and luxurious, with notes of jasmine, rose and vanilla.

2. Christian Dior - Dune: fresh woody fragrance with notes of rose, patchouli and cedar.

3. Calvin Klein - Escape: Fresh floral fragrance with notes of jasmine, rose and apple.

1992:

Jo Malone - Jo Malone: elegant floral fragrance with notes of jasmine, nutmeg and tonka bean.

Giorgio Armani - Gio: fresh citrus fragrance with notes of lime, bergamot and jasmine.

Giorgio Armani - Gio 1992

1993:

ELIZABETH ARDEN Sunflowers

GUCCI Eau De Gucci

1994:

Calvin Klein - CK One: fresh citrus fragrance with notes of lime, bergamot and mandarin.

1995:

Thierry Mugler - Angel: a unique oriental fragrance with notes of cocoa, caramel and vanilla.

TOMMY HILFIGER Tommy Eau De Toilette

Hugo Boss - Hugo: fresh fragrance with notes of green apple, mint and lavender.

1996:

Givenchy - Organza: fresh floral fragrance with notes of gardenia, tuberose and vanilla.

Calvin Klein - CK Be: unisex fragrance with notes of bergamot, coriander and nutmeg.

Chanel - Allure: elegant floral fragrance with notes of ylang-ylang, jasmine and vanilla.

Guerlain - Champs Elysees: floral fragrance with notes of anise, jasmine and rose.

GIORGIO ARMANI Acqua Di Gio Pour Homme

1997:

Gucci - Envy: floral fragrance with notes of gardenia, magnolia and lily of the valley.

Burberry - Burberry Weekend: fresh fragrance with notes of mandarin, galbanum and lilac.

1998:

Givenchy - Pi: Warm woody fragrance with notes of vanilla, nutmeg and tonka bean.

Calvin Klein - Contradiction: floral fragrance with notes of lily, rose and peony.

1999:

Lancôme - Oui!: a fresh floral fragrance with notes of freesia, rose and musk.

Dior - J'adore Eau de Toilette: a fresh floral fragrance with notes of mandarin, jasmine and gardenia.

Despite the fact that many fragrances of the 1990s still remain in demand and popular, the perfume industry continues to develop and create new fragrances that reflect current trends and consumer preferences.

It is worth remembering that more than 50 years have passed since the release of some perfumes and many have already gone out of sale, but some can still be bought today. Given the vintage and popularity of such perfumes, the price for it will be quite high.

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The 1990s were a landmark period in the world of perfumery. This decade witnessed the birth of many fragrances that have since become iconic. During the early '90s, the trend for heavy, opulent scents continued. However, as the decade progressed, lighter, fresher fragrances gained prominence.

Early 1990s: Heavy and Opulent

In 1992, Angel by Thierry Mugler Parfum debuted, introducing the first oriental fragrance with strong gourmand notes like cocoa and caramel. This perfume swiftly climbed the best-seller lists and remains popular today.

Mid-1990s: Light and Fresh

By the mid-90s, the industry started gravitating toward lighter scents. In 1995, Tommy by Tommy Hilfiger Parfum captured the youthful zeitgeist with its fresh aroma.

Late 1990s: Fruity and Floral

Towards the late '90s, fruity and floral fragrances took center stage. In 1997, Envy by Gucci Parfum was released, featuring rich floral notes of gardenia and magnolia. In 1999, J'adore by Dior Parfum set a new standard for feminine luxury with its blend of jasmine, rose, and fruit.

Other Milestones

During the '90s, many established brands like Calvin Klein, Versace, Giorgio Armani, Yves Saint Laurent, and Burberry also released iconic scents. For instance, Acqua Di Gio by Giorgio Armani Parfum still retains its legendary status.

New Players

The 1990s also saw the emergence of young brands in the fragrance industry. Tommy Hilfiger's 1995 release, Tommy Parfum, became especially popular among young audiences for its invigorating freshness.

Yearly Highlights

While some of these fragrances have been discontinued, others remain popular and continue to shape the industry. With vintage and classic scents now commanding high prices, they still hold an allure that transcends time.