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Burberry Weekend For Women fragrance
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Burberry Weekend For Women

EDP Feminine · 1997 · by Nathalie Lorson
7.4 /10

Burberry Weekend For Women scores 6/10 for longevity and performs best in Warm & Dry conditions.

Best in Warm & Dry 6/10 longevity
From USD 60–90From EUR 55–83From GBP 47–71From PKR 17,000–25,000From AED 225–325From INR 4,980–7,470From SAR 225–338
6 Longevity
6 Sillage
9 Versatility
8 Value
7.6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

floral powdery
THE SCENT, LAYER BY LAYER

From the first impression to the lasting trail.

Top notes

The first impression

Heart notes

The character of the scent

Base notes

The lasting impression

Notes unfold and overlap differently on every skin.

Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min


Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfilefloralpowderyACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Daily Casual Weekend Outings
Seasons
Spring Summer

Climate Performance

Avg 7.6 / 10
Extreme Heat
6/10
Good
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
7/10
Good
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
9/10
Excellent
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
9/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
7/10
Good
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A bright, joyful, and effortlessly chic floral fragrance capturing the essence of a carefree English countryside weekend.

How It Wears

Its fresh, clean character makes it a good option for daytime wear in hot climates, especially when seeking a subtle floral.

How It Compares

Often contrasted with heavier, more formal Burberry scents, Weekend stands out as their lighthearted, casual counterpart.

The Controversy

Some find its powdery floral profile a bit dated compared to modern fruity-florals, but it remains a beloved classic.

The Burberry Weekend For Women Review

When a fragrance achieves the kind of ubiquity that Burberry Weekend For Women has, cynicism is the easy response. The harder — and more honest — question is: why? What is it about this EDP from Burberry that has made it a fixture in so many wardrobes across continents? Released in 1997, Burberry Weekend For Women built its following on floral, powdery, and years on, it has not lost a step.

A bright, joyful, and effortlessly chic floral fragrance capturing the essence of a carefree English countryside weekend.

The Scent: Notes, Structure & Dry-Down

Burberry Weekend For Women opens with mignonette, mandarin orange and sage — the first impression as it hits the skin. As the opening settles, the composition pivots to its heart of nectarine, blue hyacinth, peach blossom, rose hip, iris, red cyclamen and violet root. Hours in, what remains is the foundation: musk, sandalwood and cedar.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads floral, powdery — easy to place and easy to wear.

How It Performs: The Numbers

Longevity (6/10): Burberry Weekend For Women delivers moderate longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 5–8 hours. A midday touch-up is rarely necessary but can extend the experience on special occasions.

Sillage (6/10): Burberry Weekend For Women projects at a social distance, noticeable without overwhelming. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (9/10): Burberry Weekend For Women is a genuine all-rounder — at ease at a wedding, a boardroom meeting, or a late-night dinner. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (8/10): At around $60, Burberry Weekend For Women delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

Climate Performance: Where Burberry Weekend For Women Works Best

Of the five climate zones we score, Burberry Weekend For Women does best in warm & dry (Lahore, Los Angeles) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast.

Its fresh, clean character makes it a good option for daytime wear in hot climates, especially when seeking a subtle floral.

Look at what it is built from and the score makes sense: musk, sandalwood and cedar are among the materials least disturbed by heat and humidity.

Its average across all five zones is 7.6/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

When to Wear Burberry Weekend For Women

Burberry Weekend For Women is best suited to Daily, Casual, Weekend Outings. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Burberry Weekend For Women performs best in Spring, Summer. Its climate scores confirm this seasonal guidance — the fragrance handles temperature transitions with composure.

Often contrasted with heavier, more formal Burberry scents, Weekend stands out as their lighthearted, casual counterpart.

Burberry Weekend For Women Price Guide

Internationally, Burberry Weekend For Women sits at $60–$90. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 17,000–25,000 in Pakistan, AED 225–325 in the UAE, ₹5,000–₹7,500 in India. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Drugstores, Discount Retailers, FragranceNet. GCC/UAE: Faces, Lifestyle, Carrefour. Pakistan: Naheed, Chase Up, Imtiaz, various online.

Best Burberry Weekend For Women Dupes, Ranked by DNA Match

Burberry Weekend For Women has workable budget alternatives — none a carbon copy, but each close enough to scratch the same itch for a fraction of the outlay, ranked here by how near they sit to the original:

Yardley 'English Rose' (65% DNA match): $12 / PKR 2,500 / AED 30 — a saving of approximately 80% versus the original.

The Clone Finder searches the full database by note DNA if none of these fit.

Verdict

Burberry Weekend For Women earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 7.2/10 puts Burberry Weekend For Women in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Some find its powdery floral profile a bit dated compared to modern fruity-florals, but it remains a beloved classic.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Burberry Weekend For Women last?

Burberry Weekend For Women has a longevity score of 6/10. On average skin, expect 5–8 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Burberry Weekend For Women worth the price?

At around $60, Burberry Weekend For Women by Burberry is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Burberry Weekend For Women smell like?

Burberry Weekend For Women is characterised by floral, powdery accords. Opening with mignonette and mandarin orange, the heart revolves around nectarine and blue hyacinth, settling into a base of musk and sandalwood.

Is Burberry Weekend For Women good for hot or humid weather?

Burberry Weekend For Women handles warm weather adequately (score: 7/10). It performs reliably through a typical hot season without requiring adjustment.

What is the best clone or alternative to Burberry Weekend For Women?

The closest alternative is Yardley 'English Rose' at a 65% DNA match. At around $12, it represents a saving of approximately 80% versus the original.

Is Burberry Weekend For Women for men or women?

Burberry Weekend For Women is marketed as a Feminine fragrance. The composition, while marketed to women, has qualities that cross traditional boundaries — nuance and restraint rather than sweetness and convention.