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The Icon Eau de Parfum For Women by Antonio Banderas
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ANTONIO BANDERASRANK #9,465 OVERALL

The Icon Eau de Parfum For Women

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4.03371 votes · 21 reviewsFEMALE

A soft white-floral fruity scent with pear, citrus and orange blossom up top, then a smoother heart of lavender, freesia and rose over vanilla, musk and tonka. It usually reads feminine, clean and easy to wear. On many wearers it feels like an affordable, everyday floral with a soapy shampoo-like edge and a gentle sweet drydown. The trade-off is performance, which often.

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1,420 VOTES
LONGEVITY
53
Moderate
234 votes
SILLAGE
44
Moderate
218 votes
LOVE / HATE
76
Liked
371 votes
PRICE VALUE
64
Good value
226 votes
RR SCORE
68
Well supported
371 votes
Ratings371
Reviews21
OVERALL63Well regarded1,420 votes
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Performance appears modest. Voting suggests mostly moderate longevity and moderate sillage, but wearer comments often describe it as softer and shorter-lived, especially on skin. Expect a close to moderate scent bubble and better retention on clothing than on bare skin, with respraying likely if you want it to last through a full day.

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The scent profile leans white floral, citrus and soft vanilla, with pear and bergamot giving the opening a juicy sparkle before orange blossom, freesia and lavender take over. The base is musky, lightly woody and sweet from vanilla and tonka, so the overall feel is clean, feminine and smooth rather than dark, spicy or heavy.

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The white-floral accord seems to lead, but it is shaped by citrus brightness and a creamy vanilla-tonka base. That gives the fragrance a clean floral core with a sweet edge, while the lavender adds a lightly aromatic, sometimes soapy touch. On some skin the fruity side stays lively, while on others the floral-musky drydown becomes more dominant and familiar.

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GENDER APPEAL

220votes

REVIEW SENTIMENT

43%positive
Positive9
Neutral10
Negative2

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It looks easiest to wear in spring and winter.

Pros & Cons

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WHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT

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Soft, feminine floral profile that is easy to wear

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Pear and citrus opening adds freshness before the sweeter drydown

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Orange blossom and white florals give it a polished designer feel

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Lavender is present but usually softer than in sharper aromatic florals

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Works well for office, daytime and casual use

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Often feels clean, soapy and non-offensive in a good way

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Better value than many designer perfumes in a similar style

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Clothing can hold the fruity-floral notes longer

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Good fit for spring and mild-weather wear

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Accessible choice for buyers who want a gentle floral-vanilla scent

WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR

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Longevity may feel short, especially on skin

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Projection is often soft and close-wearing

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Can read shampoo-like or soapy depending on skin chemistry

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Drydown may feel generic if you want something more distinctive

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Sweet base can feel a little heavy in hotter weather

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Some reviewers found the development fairly linear

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Not ideal for buyers who want strong evening performance

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Lavender and orange blossom balance will not smell the same on everyone

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Sprayer quality was mentioned as an issue by at least one wearer

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May disappoint if you expect a true Libre-level statement scent

Fragranxe Review

EDITORIAL
“A soft, affordable floral with clean everyday appeal”

The Icon Eau de Parfum For Women takes a familiar designer idea and makes it softer, easier and more affordable. On paper the structure is very modern, juicy pear and citrus, a floral heart with orange blossom and lavender, then a sweet musky base of vanilla, sandalwood and tonka. In wear, it seems less about drama and more about easy femininity.

The opening sounds brighter than the note list might suggest. Reviews point to pear, bergamot and a slightly bitter citrus edge, with some people getting a crisp, almost herbal freshness after the first few minutes. That gives the scent more character than a simple sugary fruity floral. It can come across uplifting and polished, especially if you like perfumes that feel clean without turning aquatic.

As it settles, the floral heart becomes the main story. Orange blossom appears to be one of the strongest signatures here, supported by soft white florals, freesia and rose. Lavender is present too, but not everyone reads it the same way. For some it adds a feminine aromatic touch and a little texture. For others, the overall effect lands more in shampoo, soap or fresh laundry territory. That clean feel is likely part of why the fragrance works well for daily wear and office use.

The drydown is gentler and warmer. Vanilla, musk and tonka smooth the fragrance out and give it a soft, comforting finish. Several comments suggest that on skin the sweeter base becomes more prominent, while clothes hold onto the fruity and floral notes longer. That split matters, because the scent can feel more airy and floral on fabric, but more lavender-vanilla and close to the skin when worn directly.

Performance is the part to manage expectations around. Community voting places it mostly in moderate territory, but the written reviews are more cautious. A number of wearers describe low sillage and a shorter wear time, sometimes closer to 1 to 4 hours, with better staying power on clothing than on skin. If you want a discreet daytime scent this may not be a problem, but if strong projection is non-negotiable, this is probably not the bottle to rely on.

Where The Icon for Women does well is wearability. It feels feminine, approachable and versatile, with enough sweetness to stay friendly and enough floral freshness to avoid becoming sticky. It is also widely framed as good value, which makes sense for buyers who want a polished everyday perfume without paying luxury prices. If you enjoy soft floral-vanilla scents with a clean, modern finish, it is easy to see the appeal.

This is the kind of fragrance that makes most sense as an easy reach. It suits spring especially well, but it can also work in mild weather and daytime settings year-round. Sample first if you are picky about longevity or dislike soapy florals. Otherwise, it looks like a solid budget-friendly option for someone who wants a feminine, pleasant, non-demanding scent.

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FAQs

What does The Icon Eau de Parfum For Women smell like?+

It opens with pear, bergamot, tangerine and black currant, then moves into orange blossom, lavender and soft florals over a vanilla, musk, sandalwood and tonka base. Most wearers describe it as fresh, sweet, feminine and clean rather than dark or heavy.

Is The Icon Eau de Parfum For Women sweet?+

Yes, but usually in a soft designer style rather than a dense syrupy way. The sweetness comes more from vanilla, tonka and ripe fruit than from a sticky candy effect.

Does it smell like YSL Libre?+

Some wearers compare it loosely to Libre because of the lavender and orange-floral direction, but the comments here point to a softer, sweeter and less sharp result. It tends to feel more easygoing and less assertive than Libre.

Is it more fruity or floral?+

It can start fruity with pear and citrus, but many reviews suggest the floral side, especially orange blossom and white florals, becomes more noticeable as it settles. On some skin it even reads more soapy floral than fruity floral.

How long does The Icon Eau de Parfum For Women last?+

Performance looks moderate at best overall, but buyer comments lean weaker. Several wearers report around 1 to 4 hours, with clothing sometimes holding the fruity-floral top and heart notes longer than skin.

Is the projection strong?+

Usually no. Community voting and review text both suggest moderate to intimate projection, so it is more of a close-wearing scent than a room-filler.

Is this a good office fragrance?+

Yes, if you want something soft, clean and non-intrusive. Its gentle projection and tidy floral-vanilla profile make it easy to wear in work settings.

Which season suits it best?+

Spring is the clearest fit from the available voting, though it also sounds comfortable in mild autumn and cooler daytime weather. In very hot conditions, the sweet vanilla side may feel a bit heavier.

Does it feel mature or youthful?+

It sits in the middle. The pear and sweet florals keep it approachable and youthful, while lavender, orange blossom and musky vanilla give it a polished designer feel.

Is it good value for money?+

Yes, value is one of its strongest points. The available feedback consistently supports it as an affordable scent that gives a pleasant designer-style profile for the price.

Rankings

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Overall#9,465
Top Rated#8,259
Most Reviewed#9,073
Best Longevity#40,143
Best Sillage#52,493
Price Value#6,061

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