Estee Extrait Estée Lauder

For Women
Extrait de Parfum
Year: 1968
Strong
Sillage
Excellent
Longevity
Spring
Best Season
Evening, Special Occasion
Best For

Fragrance Story

Estee Extrait by Estée Lauder is a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women. Estee Extrait was launched in 1968. Estee Extrait was created by Betty Busse and Bernard Chant. Top notes are Lily, Aldehydes, Coriander, Ylang-Ylang, Raspberry, Peach, Tuberose and Lemon; middle notes are Honey, Carnation, Lily-of-the-Valley, Orris Root, Rose, Iris and Jasmine; base notes are Oakmoss, Sandalwood, Styrax and Cedar.

Composition Profile

white floral 100%
woody 85%
powdery 70%
sweet 60%
floral 50%
iris 40%
aromatic 35%
earthy 30%
fruity 25%
fresh 20%

About the Perfumer

Bernard Chant

Bernard Chant

Bernard Chant is a renowned perfumer known for iconic creations such as Aramis, Devin, Gold, and Jhl for Aramis, as well as Aromatics Elixir for Clinique, Imprevu for Coty, and Aliage for Estée Lauder. His work also includes Antonia's Flowers for Antonia's Flowers. Chant's style is marked by bold, complex compositions that have become classics in modern perfumery.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Lily Lily
Aldehydes Aldehydes
Coriander Coriander
Ylang-Ylang Ylang-Ylang
Raspberry Raspberry
Peach Peach
Tuberose Tuberose
Lemon Lemon

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Honey Honey
Carnation Carnation
Lily-of-the-Valley Lily-of-the-Valley
Orris Root Orris Root
Rose Rose
Iris Iris
Jasmine Jasmine

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Oakmoss Oakmoss
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Styrax Styrax
Cedar Cedar
Unique Character

Estee Extrait Estée Lauder by Estée Lauder offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

Estee Extrait Estée Lauder embodies the distinctive style of Estée Lauder while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Sovereign Archetype: Portrait of Estee Extrait Estée Lauder

Essence

To wear Estée Lauder’s Estée Extrait is to embrace an aura of timeless elegance-a fragrance that is neither ostentatious nor fleeting, but quietly commanding. The person who chooses this scent is drawn to its refined warmth, its balance of floral depth and woody sophistication. They are not one to chase trends; they embody them, distilling them into something enduring. Their archetype is unmistakable: The Sovereign.

Shadow

Yet, the Sovereign’s strength can become their weakness. Their love of tradition may harden into resistance to change. They might dismiss new ideas too quickly, mistaking novelty for shallowness. Their discernment can slip into judgment, their self-assurance into stubbornness.

Their greatest fear is losing control-of their image, their environment, their legacy. This can make them guarded, slow to trust, slow to reveal vulnerability. In love, they may struggle with emotional surrender, preferring the safety of measured affection over raw passion. Their relationships, though deep, may lack spontaneity.

Conclusion

The Sovereign is not merely a ruler by title, but by presence. They move through life with an unspoken authority, not because they demand it, but because they naturally inspire respect. Their tastes are cultivated-classic literature, well-structured wines, tailored fabrics that whisper rather than shout. They prefer the weight of history in their choices: a vintage watch, a leather-bound journal, a home filled with heirlooms rather than disposable decor.

Their philosophy is one of stewardship-they believe in preserving what is beautiful and meaningful, whether in art, relationships, or personal conduct. They value loyalty, discretion, and mastery. Their relationships are carefully curated; they do not surround themselves with many, but those they keep close are bound by mutual respect and depth.