Elizabeth Taylor Passion

Elizabeth Taylor Passion Review: A Bold 1988 Classic

Unapologetically sensual and commandingโ€”a fragrance that defines passion itself.

By Isabella Romano, Master Fragrance Reviewer ·

Isabella has reviewed over 4,000 fragrances across two decades. Trained at ISIPCA, certified evaluator for niche houses, frequent guest on Fragrantica panels.

In the landscape of celebrity fragrances, few have left as indelible a mark as Elizabeth Taylorโ€™s Passion. Released in 1987, it was not merely a perfume; it was an extension of the star herselfโ€”dramatic, opulent, and utterly unafraid to take up space. While modern trends lean toward the subtle and the skin-scent, Passion stands as a defiant monument to the era of 'more is more.' As a trend analyst at Vivir, I often look for the bridge between vintage classics and contemporary relevance. Passion is a study in contrasts: it is a complex, aldehydic oriental that challenges the nose with its intense opening before settling into a warm, powdery embrace. It remains a polarizing figure in the fragrance community, yet its longevity in the market speaks volumes about its enduring appeal to those who value character over trends.
4.2 Overall
Longevity
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Projection
0.0
Sillage
0.0
$20-$40
๐ŸŒธSpringโ˜€๏ธSummer๐Ÿ‚Fallโ„๏ธWinter

Accords

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Notes Pyramid

Top
AldehydesArtemisiaGardeniaBergamotYlang-YlangCoriander
Heart
TuberoseJasmineHeliotropeSandalwoodPatchouliOrris Root
Base
CivetMuskVanillaOakmossCedarIncenseLeather

Performance Dashboard

โฑ๏ธ Longevity 0.0/5

๐Ÿ“ข Projection 0.0/5

๐Ÿ’จ Sillage 0.0/5

When to Wear

๐ŸŒธSpringOK
โ˜€๏ธSummerAvoid
๐Ÿ‚FallAvoid
โ„๏ธWinterBest
๐Ÿ“Œ Evening galas๐ŸŽฉ Formal events๐Ÿ“Œ Winter nights๐Ÿ“Œ Date nights

Community Verdict

โญ Overall
4.2
โฑ๏ธ Longevity
4.5
๐Ÿ’จ Sillage
4.4
๐Ÿ’ฐ Value
4.8
๐Ÿ’Œ Compliment Factor 0.0/5

Pros & Cons

  • โœ… Unbeatable longevity and projection
  • โœ… Incredible value for the price
  • โœ… A true piece of perfumery history
  • โŒ The opening is very aggressive
  • โŒ Not suitable for office or confined spaces
  • โŒ May feel dated to younger audiences

Price & Value

$20-$40

“Exceptional value for money given its complex composition and performance.”

๐Ÿ“œ Reformulation History

Some reformulations have occurred over the decades, leading to a slightly thinner base than the original 1980s iterations, but the core DNA remains recognizable.

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๐Ÿ† Final Verdict

Elizabeth Taylor Passion remains a masterpiece of the 'power scent' era. It is a bold, unapologetic fragrance that rewards those with the patience to let it develop on the skin.

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