Devil Woman
Created to celebrate Cliff Richard's famous 1976 track, this eau de parfum caters to perfume lovers drawn to classic celebrity memorabilia and rich 1970s compositions. It balances a dramatic mood that fits evening dates, retro parties, and chilly winter nights. The fragrance transitions from crisp grapefruit and Italian bergamot into an expressive core of deep rose and tangy cassis, finally resting on a comforting bed of amber benzoin, cedarwood, and vanilla. It suits mature fragrance collectors, retro rock fans, and anyone tired of modern sugary florals. If you want a confident fragrance that stands out from contemporary department store trends with powdery warmth and fruity depth, this rare collectible delivers an intriguing balance of vintage sweetness and woody refinement.
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Performance Metrics
23 VOTESOpen Performance Breakdown 1 TAKE
Performance ratings for Devil Woman come from a tiny pool of community votes and show wide disagreement. Longevity votes are completely split, with one vote each for very weak, moderate, long lasting, and eternal. Projection leans slightly toward moderate with two votes, though individual wearers also reported intimate, strong, and enormous sillage.
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Devil Woman is an oriental floral fragrance built around contrasting notes of tart citrus, deep rose, and rich resins. The scent opens with lively bergamot and bitter grapefruit before developing a sweet heart of black currant and rose. Its base relies on Indonesian benzoin, creamy sandalwood, Virginia cedar, musk, and Madagascan vanilla to deliver a warm, powdery woody finish.
Main Accords
10 MAPPEDThe fragrance leads with high-impact citrus and aromatic accords that provide a brisk, sharp start. Within an hour, powdery and fruity rose accords emerge to soften the zesty edge. During the dry-down, woody, vanilla, musky, and amber facets take over, providing a comforting balsamic foundation that stays smooth and dry.
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When to Wear
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OCCASIONS · TAP TO VOTE
It looks easiest to wear in winter and spring. The vote picture leans most toward daytime.
Pros & Cons
Quick take before you sampleWHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT
Distinctive combination of tangy grapefruit and deep Turkish rose
Rich, balsamic dry-down powered by Indonesian benzoin and vanilla
High appeal for vintage perfume collectors and 1970s music fans
Strong 4.43 out of 5 average rating among community voters
Warm woody base of sandalwood and Virginia cedar provides classic elegance
Substantial evening presence well suited for colder winter months
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Very limited community review data makes blind buying unpredictable
Longevity votes are completely split across extreme ratings
Vintage powdery floral profile may feel dated to fans of modern gourmands
Discontinued status makes finding authentic, well preserved bottles difficult
Sharp citrus and black currant opening can feel punchy to sensitive noses
Heavy resinous base is poorly suited for hot, humid summer days
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“Cliff Richard Devil Woman Review: A Sultry Vintage Oriental Floral”
Devil Woman by Cliff Richard makes a sharp, assertive entrance that immediately signals its 1970s origins. The first spray releases a tangy burst of grapefruit paired with Italian bergamot, delivering a brisk citrus punch rather than a sweet, candy-like start. It feels crisp, bright, and slightly bitter, waking up the senses with an unapologetic blast of vintage freshness that cuts cleanly through cool air.
As that initial citrus brightness softens, the core of the fragrance reveals classic Turkish rose intertwined with dark French cassis. The black currant brings a fruity, slightly tangy richness that prevents the rose from feeling like simple floral cosmetic powder. Gradually, the perfume shifts toward a heavier, more sensual foundation. Sweet Madagascan vanilla and sticky Indonesian benzoin mingle with creamy sandalwood, dry Virginia cedar, and soft musk, creating a deep, enveloping finish that lingers close to the skin.
Throughout a full wearing, the accords shift from lively citrus and aromatic freshness to a warm, powdery woody profile. The prominent citrus accord dominates the opening, but the woody and powdery qualities quickly take control as the floral notes settle into the heart. Vanilla and amber-like benzoin provide continuous warmth in the background, keeping the dry woods from turning harsh or bitter. Musky undertones give the later stages a clean, velvety texture.
Community performance votes show notable variation, which is common for rare vintage releases. Out of four longevity votes, responses are split evenly across very weak, moderate, long lasting, and eternal. Sillage votes tilt slightly toward moderate projection, with two out of five wearers reporting an arm's length scent bubble, while single votes claim intimate, strong, or enormous reach. Because voters favor winter and evening wear, this scent fits chilly nights out, formal dinners, and retro celebrations where its rich base can shine.
This fragrance suits collectors of music history, lovers of classic 1970s perfumery, and those who enjoy full-bodied oriental florals with woody backbones. Fans of sweet modern gourmands or watery aquatic scents should skip it, as the powdery rose and cedar dry-down will feel overly traditional or heavy for their tastes. Anyone seeking an understated daytime office scent may also find its dramatic presence too distracting for small conference rooms.
Devil Woman remains a fascinating collectible that captures the theatrical spirit of its namesake 1976 hit song. Its contrast of tart fruit, classic florals, and resinous woods makes it a rewarding curiosity for vintage enthusiasts willing to track down an elusive bottle.
FAQs
What does Devil Woman by Cliff Richard smell like?+
Devil Woman smells like a powdery oriental floral perfume that blends crisp citrus, deep rose, and warm resins. It opens with sharp bergamot and grapefruit before moving into Turkish rose and tangy black currant. The base finishes with sweet vanilla, Indonesian benzoin, sandalwood, cedar, and soft musk.
How long does Devil Woman last on the skin?+
Community votes on the longevity of Devil Woman are divided, ranging from very weak to eternal. Out of four recorded votes, each rating band received exactly one vote. Because of this mixed feedback and small voting pool, wear time will depend heavily on application amount and individual skin chemistry.
What is the projection and sillage of Devil Woman?+
Devil Woman generally offers moderate sillage, making it noticeable within an arm's length. Community feedback includes two votes for moderate projection, alongside single votes for intimate, strong, and enormous sillage. Its blend of resins and woods can project strongly if applied heavily, so moderate spraying is advised.
Is Devil Woman by Cliff Richard designed for men or women?+
Devil Woman is marketed as a feminine fragrance for women. Its composition centers on traditional feminine notes like Turkish rose, powdery vanilla, and black currant. However, fragrance enthusiasts who appreciate vintage citrus-woody accords or classic 1970s perfumery can wear it regardless of gender.
What season is best for wearing Devil Woman?+
Devil Woman performs best during the winter and late autumn. Winter received the highest share of seasonal votes from the community. The warmth of Indonesian benzoin, vanilla, and cedarwood cuts through cold air comfortably, whereas summer heat might make the powdery balsamic base feel too heavy.
What are the key fragrance notes in Devil Woman?+
The fragrance features top notes of bergamot and grapefruit, heart notes of rose and black currant, and a resinous woody base. That base brings together musk, vanilla, sandalwood, Virginia cedar, and benzoin. Together, they create a balanced progression from fresh citrus to powdery woods.
When was Devil Woman by Cliff Richard released?+
Devil Woman was launched in 1976, inspired by Cliff Richard's hit single of the same name. Produced as an evening eau de parfum in a 50 ml format, it represents a unique musical tie-in from the mid-1970s celebrity fragrance era.
What occasions are most suitable for Devil Woman?+
Devil Woman is best suited for evening dates, dinner parties, and formal cold-weather gatherings. The brand designated it as an evening scent with an exotic profile. Its prominent floral and powdery woody character feels slightly too formal and dramatic for casual morning errands or conservative work spaces.
Is Devil Woman by Cliff Richard a safe blind buy?+
Devil Woman is not a safe blind buy due to its rarity and distinct vintage scent profile. With only seven community votes and no written reviews, finding decants or testers is difficult. Its powdery rose and balsamic accords will appeal mainly to retro fragrance enthusiasts rather than casual shoppers.
What fragrances smell similar to Devil Woman?+
While direct dupes are uncommon, Devil Woman shares characteristics with vintage woody florals like Lancôme Magie Noire. Both fragrances feature dark cassis, rose, and a woody foundation, though Magie Noire has a greener edge. It also shares the warm balsamic evening mood seen in classic oriental perfumes like Yves Saint Laurent Opium.
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COMMUNITY DUPESCOREBecause Devil Woman is a rare 1976 vintage release, direct duplicates are hard to find on contemporary shelves. Perfume enthusiasts often compare its balance of dark fruits, rose, and resinous base to vintage chypres and orientals like Lancôme Magie Noire, which shares the black currant and woody depth but is noticeably greener and more herbal. Yves Saint Laurent Opium offers a comparable evening drama and balsamic warmth, though it relies far more heavily on dark spices than on bright grapefruit and cassis.
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