Scandalous

Victoria's Secret Scandalous: A Data-Led Buyers’ Guide

Released in 2014, Scandalous by Victoria's Secret has become a reference point for EDP fragrances in the Fruity, Sweet, Floral, Praline family. This guide cuts through the noise: performance data across five climate zones, pricing in the currency you actually shop in, and a clear verdict on whether it belongs in your collection.

A playful raspberry-praline gourmand that dominates American youth retail culture.

Scandalous Notes Breakdown

Scandalous opens with Raspberry Liqueur — the first impression as it hits the skin. Give it twenty or thirty minutes and the middle act arrives: Black Peony. Hours in, what remains is the foundation: Praline.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Fruity, Sweet, Floral, Praline — easy to place and easy to wear.

How It Performs: The Numbers

Longevity (6/10): Scandalous 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): Scandalous 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 (7/10): Scandalous is context-aware, performing well across a range of situations without feeling mismatched. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

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

Scandalous Across Five Climate Zones

Of the five climate zones we score, Scandalous does best in mild (Islamabad, San Francisco) at 8/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is hot & humid (Dubai, Miami) at 4/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Highly favored for cool evening casual wear and date nights across global markets.

Its average across all five zones is 6.2/10 — 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.

Occasions & When to Wear

Scandalous is best suited to Date Night, Casual Outings, Parties. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Scandalous performs best in Autumn, Winter. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

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Scandalous Price Guide

Internationally, Scandalous sits at $60–$80. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 16,000–22,000 in Pakistan, AED 220–300 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: Victoria's Secret Stores & Direct Online. GCC/UAE: Victoria's Secret GCC Stores. Pakistan: Victoria's Secret PK Outlets, Importers.

Verdict

Scandalous earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 6.6/10 puts Scandalous in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Simplified 3-note pyramid can lack structural depth for seasoned fragrance enthusiasts.

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 Scandalous last?

Scandalous 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 Scandalous worth the price?

At around $60, Scandalous by Victoria's Secret is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Scandalous smell like?

Scandalous is characterised by Fruity, Sweet, Floral, Praline accords. Opening with Raspberry Liqueur, the heart revolves around Black Peony, settling into a base of Praline.

Is Scandalous good for hot or humid weather?

Scandalous has research-based suitability scores of 4/10 for extreme heat and 4/10 for hot, humid conditions. These are separate estimates, not measured wear-test results or a guarantee of performance. Sample it in your own climate before buying; skin, application and indoor cooling can change the experience.

Is Scandalous for men or women?

Scandalous 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.