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The coveted jewel in the crown of Piguet’s glittering collection, 1948 game-changer Fracas, is a long-time trendsetter. At the time, legendary perfumer, Germaine Cellier, sought to create a scent that would make its wearer feel like a bombshell; one that would leave an unsettling effect on everyone that encountered it. With unmistakable and unrivaled opulent tuberose and jasmine accords, this lush and creamy concoction clings to a woman’s skin and warms with her unique chemistry. Unlike many traditional white florals, Fracas is dark and luscious. Rich accents of sandalwood and delicate musk enhance the brilliance and complexity. Its legacy and unrivaled artistry has earned Fracas a proud position in the Fragrance Foundation Hall of Fame. Top: Bergamot, Mandarin. Mid: Jasmine, Tuberose, Gardenia. Base: Musk, Sandalwood.

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5.0
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20 years ago

Would Fracas lovers please stop talking about it???? We don't want everyone discovering it! I ADORE Fracas, and when people ask what I'm wearing I just smile demurely and say, "Robert Piquet". ...

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Age36-43

SkinNormal

HairBlond

EyesGreen



5.0
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20 years ago

I wore this in my early 20's during my senior year in college. I wanted a fragrance that was floral yet sophisticated. I was modeling part time in Boston, and I always got compliments from this...

About reviewer (141 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination

HairBlond

EyesBlue


1.0
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20 years ago

The name of this perfume is truly fitting, as it so strong and nauseating; it demands attention in a negative way. This is a headache waiting to happen. It gave me one instantly. It's to...

About reviewer (38 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinSensitive, Other, Not Sure

HairOther, Other, Other

EyesOther


5.0
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20 years ago

I can't tell you how surprised I am that I love this because I don't like many other tuberose scents, including Michael by Michael Kors. This fragrance has a lot of power behind it, so I'll echo...

About reviewer (83 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinAcne-prone

HairBrown

EyesBrown


3.0
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20 years ago

I received a sample of this with an order and sampled it wearing it out to dinner. All night long I couldn´t concentrate on anything because this scent was so overwhelming! (and I had applied it...

About reviewer (58 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinOther

HairOther

EyesOther


1.0
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20 years ago

I really, really wanted to like this 'classic' scent. I did, honest. I'm glad I tried it in Sephora and didn't bother buying it. From the first spray is was nauseating -- just an extremely...

About reviewer (2 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


2.0
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20 years ago

I love the smell of tuberose and when I heard about this I was so excited. I bought a 1.7 oz bottle on ebay for about $25.00 Im so glad I didnt pay $65 for this. Its an interesting smell. My bf...

About reviewer (171 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinOily, Olive, Not Sure

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesBrown


4.0
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20 years ago

I must say the first notes that jump out of the bottle and hit you are the Tuberose and Gardenia, it nearly side swiped me with the strength of these two powerhouse scents. What I did, was spray...

About reviewer (11 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination

HairBrown

EyesBrown


3.0
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20 years ago

In the beginning.....There was Fracas. I was in my Sephora and one of my favorite sales associates suggested that since I had just about everything else new, "Why don't you try this scent?" She...

About reviewer (42 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinNormal

HairOther

EyesOther


5.0
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20 years ago

It doesn't surprise me that this scent has elicited so many poetic tributes. One whiff can transport me to exotic places I've never been -- The Stork Club in 1955, or the port of Goa. Usually I...

About reviewer (21 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

HairBrown, Straight, Fine

EyesGreen


4.0
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20 years ago

My BF says it smells like grape popsicle. Hm. I don't like eating them but I like this. It's clear and sharp but not as nasty Gardenia as Michael Kors, Michael which I really don't like. This is...

About reviewer (334 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairRed, Wavy, Medium

EyesGreen


5.0
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20 years ago

A connoisseur may not like a wine/fragrance/poem/ballet/opera etc. but is able to recognise the value and to distinguish it from a lesser item in the category. So, while I did not like Serge...

About reviewer (44 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination

HairBlond

EyesBlue


1.0
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20 years ago

this is probably THE worst perfume i think i have ever tried. i dont know what people are talking about when they say this smells classy and sophisticated. this reminds me of some cheap perfume...

About reviewer (33 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinNormal, Other

HairBrown

EyesBlue


4.0
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20 years ago

I became intriuged with this fragrance a few years ago when I read that everyone from Madonna to Sarah Michelle Gellar wore it. It does have a very strong tuberose scent. I wouldn't wear this on...

About reviewer (203 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


1.0
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20 years ago

This evokes the smell of mouldering banana peel in a sun-heated unwashed trashcan. The scent of decay - unspeakably vile. Normally I quite like tuberose (Versace Blond, Marc Jacobs).

About reviewer (65 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Other

HairRed

EyesBlue


5.0
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20 years ago

FRACAS - a legendary, breathtaking, delicious-fruity and glamorous TUBEROSE scent! Smells *ultra-feminine*. FRACAS is strong, powerful, loud and sexy in a classy refined way. For self-confident...

About reviewer (183 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinOther, Other

HairOther

EyesOther


5.0
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20 years ago

At first I thought it would be too floral-y for me, but once it settles down it's very refreshing. I wear it in spring & summer.

About reviewer (177 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinAcne-prone, Fair, Cool

HairBrown, Curly, Coarse

EyesGreen


5.0
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20 years ago

I've had the chance to sample Fracas (it is unavailable where I live) thanks to the kind Hirondelle. I like this scent very much, it is powerful and decidely feminine, in a mature way. Too mature...

About reviewer (110 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesGreen


4.0
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20 years ago

I've bought Fracas twice & gave both away in the past, thought it was too strong & headache-inducing. However, a week ago my husband smelled it on a NM catalog scent strip, loved it, & said "MMM...

About reviewer (84 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinOther

HairOther

EyesOther


5.0
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20 years ago

This is the one fragrance I always go back to and, frankly, I don't know why I really bother with anything else. My husband, who never comments on anything I wear except negatively said...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinOther

HairOther

EyesOther