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Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass fragrance
Elizabeth Arden

Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass

EDT Feminine · 1936 · by Georges Fuchs
6.8 /10

Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass scores 7/10 for longevity and performs best in Mild conditions.

Best in Mild 7/10 longevity
From USD 20–30From EUR 18–28From GBP 16–24From PKR 6,000–9,000From AED 70–100From INR 1,660–2,490From SAR 75–113
7 Longevity
7 Sillage
5 Versatility
9 Value
6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Fresh Aromatic Floral Aldehydic
Fragrance Note PyramidTOP NOTES0–30 min1Aldehydes2Lavender3GeraniumBergamotHEART NOTES30–120 min1Carnation2Narcissus3RoseTuberoseJasmineBASE NOTES2h+1Benzoin2Vetiver3SandalwoodTonka BeanMusk
Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileFreshAromaticFloralAldehydicWarm SpicyACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Daytime Casual Vintage Heritage Gatherings
Seasons
Spring

Climate Performance

Avg 6 / 10
Extreme Heat
5/10
Average
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
5/10
Average
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
6/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
6/10
Good
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

An iconic 1930s historic landmark fragrance blending fresh aldehydes with lavender.

Pakistan & GCC Perspective

Stands out in humid UK springs due to its razor-sharp aldehydic and lavender freshness.

How It Compares

Versus Chanel No. 5: Blue Grass is significantly greener, spicy-carnation heavy, and herbal.

The Controversy

Often dismissed by younger generations as an outdated soap-like legacy formula.

Is Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass Worth Buying?

The short answer: yes, with context. Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass is an EDT from Elizabeth Arden that earns its reputation through wide appeal and a Fresh, Aromatic, Floral, Aldehydic, Warm Spicy character that is hard to argue with. The longer answer is what this review provides — climate scores across five zones, longevity data, multi-currency pricing, and honest comparison against the alternatives.

An iconic 1930s historic landmark fragrance blending fresh aldehydes with lavender.

How Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass Smells: Notes & Development

Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass opens with Aldehydes, Lavender, Geranium and Bergamot — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. Once that burns off, usually inside the first half hour, the heart turns to Carnation, Narcissus, Rose, Tuberose and Jasmine. What lingers on skin and clothing hours later is the base: Benzoin, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean and Musk.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Fresh, Aromatic, Floral, Aldehydic, Warm Spicy — easy to place and easy to wear.

Longevity & Projection: Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass on the Clock

Longevity (7/10): Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass delivers strong longevity for EDT. On most skin types expect 5–8 hours. A midday touch-up is rarely necessary but can extend the experience on special occasions.

Sillage (7/10): Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass projects as a confident aura, detectable by those nearby. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (5/10): Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass is suited to a specific context, with a clearly defined personality that not all occasions can accommodate. It thrives in its intended context but may feel mismatched further outside that sweet spot.

Value (9/10): At around $20, Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass Across Five Climate Zones

Of the five climate zones we score, Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass does best in mild (Islamabad, San Francisco) at 8/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast.

Stands out in humid UK springs due to its razor-sharp aldehydic and lavender freshness.

Its average across all five zones is 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 Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass

Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass is best suited to Daytime Casual, Vintage Heritage Gatherings. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass performs best in Spring. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Versus Chanel No. 5: Blue Grass is significantly greener, spicy-carnation heavy, and herbal.

Price & Value

Internationally, Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass sits at $20–$30. That is a genuinely accessible price point — a bottle that can be worn daily and repurchased without ceremony.

Regional pricing: PKR 6,000–9,000 in Pakistan, AED 70–100 in the UAE. 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: Boots UK, Amazon, FragranceNet. GCC/UAE: Pharmacy chains, discount online hubs. Pakistan: Local medical stores, traditional beauty importers.

Verdict

Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 6.8/10 puts Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Often dismissed by younger generations as an outdated soap-like legacy formula.

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 Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass last?

Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass has a longevity score of 7/10. 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 Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass worth the price?

At around $20, Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass by Elizabeth Arden is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass smell like?

Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass is characterised by Fresh, Aromatic, Floral, Aldehydic, Warm Spicy accords. Opening with Aldehydes and Lavender, the heart revolves around Carnation and Narcissus, settling into a base of Benzoin and Vetiver.

Is Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass good for hot or humid weather?

Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass was not designed for extreme heat (score: 5/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

Is Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass for men or women?

Elizabeth Arden Blue Grass 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.