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Cerruti 1881

13 replies

Sparklesandspandexgallore · 02/02/2026 20:03

Hi

I’ve seen this fragrance on offer in Boots.
There isn’t a tester spray so I’m wondering if any posters can tell me what it’s like.
I’ve discovered online it’s a light, floral scent with sandalwood.
In the past I’ve liked Beautiful and CK1, is it similar to those?
I also sometimes wear L’eau de Issey and Lady Million.
I don’t like Estée Lauder Pleasure. Or Ysatis (if they still produce that.)
Thanks.

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CoastOfXmasPast · 02/02/2026 20:46

I know exactly what it smells like, wore it in the 90s as a 20 year old, and 20 years later DD went brought a phase with it. It’s light and powdery, in spirit it reminds me more of powdery Chanel 19 than fresh 90s scents.

Also, this might help:
www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Cerruti/1881-327.html

CombatBarbie · 02/02/2026 20:52

Was my fave perfume back in the early 00s, I think its lovely.

PrincessAmirofKinjan · 02/02/2026 20:54

I still wear this one regularly during the daytime. The only way I can describe it is fresh and light. Not at all overly floral or cloying.

it’s not an evening type scent but lovely for daily wear.

minnowonthesay · 02/02/2026 20:59

I used to love this 30 years ago! Can’t remember what it smelt like though but I like powdery floral scents - I think I replaced it with Dolce & Gabana Light Blue

FatLarrysBanned · 02/02/2026 21:00

This was my first "grown up" perfume when I started work in the 90's. A couple of ladies in the office wore it and 20 year old me thought it was lovely. I still keep a bottle and wear it occasionally.

Sparklesandspandexgallore · 02/02/2026 21:04

Thank you all.

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Anon501178 · 02/02/2026 21:08

It's a nice subtle scent not too strong or too floral, but mine went off very quickly sadly (doesn't mean yours will though) so alot of money in the bin

Gingertam · 02/02/2026 21:14

Honestly I would just take the risk. If you liked Beautiful and CK1 I'm sure you'll like it. I had some 30 years ago and loved it. I'm tempted to get some myself now.

Mumteedum · 02/02/2026 21:33

I've had it many times though not really 'me' now. I'm not good at describing scent but will say it's v feminine. I've had positive comments from men and women when I've worn it in the past. Not sure if it's a bit old fashioned, but still lovely.

It's definitely not like Estée Lauder or Ysatis because I hate all of those!

Sparklesandspandexgallore · 03/02/2026 17:19

I bought it!
Only £26 in Boots and I’ve earned double points on my Boots card.
I haven’t tried it on yet as I have a cold so can’t smell much at the moment.

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Mumteedum · 03/02/2026 19:13

Lovely. Hope you like it. I think it's lovely still. 😊

DollyPinkdaydream2 · 03/02/2026 20:39

minnowonthesay · 02/02/2026 20:59

I used to love this 30 years ago! Can’t remember what it smelt like though but I like powdery floral scents - I think I replaced it with Dolce & Gabana Light Blue

This was me too! Tempted to buy both again now for nostalgia’s sake…

TellySavalashairbrush · 03/02/2026 20:55

I love it and it’s always less than £30 a bottle. Smells clean and light.

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