Poeme by Lancome

Mad-Lainey

For some reason I smell clover in it and the note is so prominent and aggressive that it kills any other notes behind it! I am so angry as I do want to smell narcissus or vanilla or rose and I am trying so hard, but all I can smell for at least first 3 hours, is a clover syrup or clover honey, nothing more :-(
I feel like in a drugstore at the herbs' aisle when I put my nose on my wrist.
And judging by your reviews, Ladies, I was hoping to fall head over heels with it!
These are my first impressions, please let me take the risk and use it for few more days and I will certainly get back here to update my review.
For the time being - that perfume is a big no-no :-( Big shame as rather than buying a 5ml vial, I bought a 100ml edp hoping it will become my favourite :-(

eilismaireg

this reminded me rather of yvresse in its composition, ie; a fruity sweet floral with no woody or dry notes to it- which is why it's a big no no for me.

mandashell

A lush and beautifully complex floral. It really is stunning and I am not a floral girl at all. The scent is vibrant and bold but at the same time delicate and sweet. It is a powerhouse of a fragrance and should be used sparingly in the warmer months but would work extremely well the rest of the year. This may be the only truely floral fragrance that I would ever wear and own. So lucky to have received this sample from c3c because I had my heart set on purchasing Miracle but Poeme blows that one out of the water! I love this and it is going right on my wishlist. ;'D

Jillzilla

It's a pretty floral, but because the ylang-ylang note is prominent on my skin, the fragrance is sharp to my nose and caused a headache. I will clarify that my chemistry is very uncooperative with ylang-ylang, when the note is noticeable.

guest_

Among all the perfumes i ever wore, this was what suits me most. Poetic as it's name suggests, sweet, powdery, oriental in it's way for the young and romantic at heart of any age. Seems simple at first, but it's not. It's rich and pleasantly heavy. Reminds me of boho chic style. Delicious. 12.21

Marisa36

Got a love/hate relationship with this fragrance. I can appreciate its beauty but I can't wear this again. Too heavy for me. I will always remember it fondly though.

a.k.a.warum

Definitely yellow, definitely sunny, definitely honey! It's a beautiful honey scent, better than some that feature honey among the notes. But I can see how it's smells like honey yet is classified as floral. To me it smells like honey mixed up with flower pollen. I had stuff like that when I was a kid, and it was delicious, and the I can recognize this smell! I tried a sample (thanks c3c!) and ordered a mini -- perhaps, it will get to a full bottle one day.

Honey and pollen make the heart of the smell, but I loved the initial burst of flowers, it did remind me of L`elue by Remy Latour and I like how it become slightly waxy after several hours. Right now it smells like beeswax, 6.5 hours after I applied.

I applied very cautiously after reading the reviews, but no cloying effect, no headache -- just gentle smell of honey and pollen. I update the review when I apply with more generous hand!

nyoka

in my profile,I put that i dont like it but,thats not entirely true.sometimes I do and sometimes I dont.Its odd it smells differently every time i ear it.Although I do get compliments on IT.I guess its a take it or leave it one.Just doesnt float my boat,as they say.

c3c

After having this on my test list for what seems like an eternity I have finally had a chance to try it! Was I disappointed? Of course not! And so I will now praise it the way so many others have...

Poeme is soft and warm with a tiny floral spark to it & a vanilla/honey style dry down that lasts and lasts. I can't pick out specific flowers but "yellow flowers" seems to fit perfectly as there is something slightly sunny afoot.
For me it's right along the lines in comfort, softness, and classic timelessness as Laura Biagiotti Tempore Donna & LB Venetia. Both of which I have and adore so inevitably this will be added to my collection.

I would say if you enjoy Venetia, Tempore Donna, and/or Roberto Cavalli Serpentine, there's a very strong chance you'll enjoy Poeme. So don't be like me and wait and wait and wait to try this lovely little gem.

sherapop

Although I rarely wear it, I admire Lancome's POEME as a creation. This unabashed floral-oriental perfume has an integrity that I find lacking in many late twentieth-century perfumes and which explains, I believe, why no flankers of POEME have ever been produced. POEME needs no tweaking at all. The world doesn't need "Poemette," "Poeme leger," "Mon Poeme," "Reve de Poeme," "Poeme pourpre," etc. POEME is a perfume that will stand the test of time.

The opening is heavily floral, while the drydown is quite distinct and seems very oriental, in part because of the dominant floral note which somehow sneaks in to steal the show: the dark and mysterious neroli. The drydown is so spicy to my nose that I continue to believe--against all evidence--that clove must be among the basenotes, and this is perhaps why I rarely don POEME, since I have a low tolerance for clove, whether real or perceived.

My own idiosyncrasies notwithstanding, I believe that POEME is a real beauty for real lovers of real perfume. It goes perhaps without saying, then, that the edp is strong, even viscous, and should be applied lightly and not reapplied in order to avoid overwhelming the wearer and those nearby...

missk

Poeme is a heavy, syrupy sweet white floral, and I absolutely love it!

I can't stop smelling this one. It's a bit like Dior's Poison but much lighter, not as dark and more casual.

I sense a lot of plum, tuberose, jasmine, orange blossom, vanilla, tonka bean and mimose in this fragrance. The white florals are quite honeyed. I picture Poeme as a thick liquid, trickling off my skin, it is in no way light, this fragrance is thick and intense.

It has a definite oriental feel, which makes me conclude that this is an oriental floral with class. Seeming that the opening is rather strong, it's probably best to apply this fragrance lightly or spray the scent into the air and walk through it. It could easily become headache-inducing and cloying if over-applied.

The scent lasts for ages which is really wonderful. Poeme appeals to me because I like fragrances of this nature, however for people that tend to dislike strong, heavy florals with a classic feel, this probably isn't for you.

zvoncica

Poeme is, as all Lancome fragrances are, polite and ladylike.

Flower notes are mixed with black currant and plum at the opening, resulting in not exactly the most pleasant smell for me. In this first hour of wearing it I was on the edge of claiming that this is really unpleasant perfume. The better part of Poeme arises right after that, when comforting vanilla provides powdery tone. The linearity and peacefulness of this perfume are its main characteristic. Lasting time is quite good, but silage is rather weak and in my opinion no one but the wearer itself can notice it.

I can`t help thinking that Poeme is missing something, probably woody or spice notes, and this “lack” of vividness makes this perfume dull.

MissLola

Test it today, sorry, i don't like it at all, to strong, i compare it to Anais anais but the last one i like verry much !

Puppe

This perfume is one of my favorites! It gives dependence and it brings me to another time...It is more than a few words can describe for those who like powerful perfumes. The edp is long lasting!

Robby1

THIS IS A LOVELY perfume! Love it! This is probably the strongest and longest lasting perfume I have ever worn. It has to be used in small spritzes because it is nauseating if used too much, like if you've poured too much sugar into your tea and have to make a fresh cup. Also, it stimulates my appetite and I eat a tonne if I wear it too heavy...

GIVE ME A BREAK

I still haven t made up my mind about this one yet.It can last and last ad last...for days,even on me. Normally I have to 'bathe' in order to keep a smell on me!It s a very strange and strong smell.It s a love or hate perfume,it s feminine and it s a good idea to carry DEPON or an aspirine.If not for you,do it for the others! It makes the statement ''Notice me,notice me,notice me!''

mypersonalharmonics

First of all,there is a strong "incense note" that is nowhere to be found in the ingredients.
Secondly,this is a perfume that depends immensely on skin chemistry.
1)It can feel pretty sloppy and overwhelming,
2)on some people it smells similar to JPG classic-same nose behind them 2
and
3)on the right woman it can evolve to a soapy/spicy/glorious aura.

guest_tina

Thank you Lancome this is the best perfume of them all it is a sin to ask for a better one I am in love with Poeme for years I tried to use other ones but I had no choice but to go back to it .

tommy_girl

I see so many similaritie between Poeme and Tresor.though they smell different,both are romantic and classic.
to me poeme smells exactly like honey on skin as it remains for 5 minutes.it's cool because the color of bottle matches this sweet,honey smelling.
I also can smell narcissus which is again yellow and sweet.
I'm not sure how would a poem smell like,but this one can become intoxicating and too sweet for those who don't like these groups of perfumes.it's not as mild as the name,though it's soft like honey.

catapult

too sweet. a friend of mine uses it and it gives me headache everyt,me , smell it. too warm and too playfull

SYDNEYGIRL

i wore this on my wedding day in 1996. im so glad i did, it seems to have stood the test of time! i no longer wear it, but each time i buy something from lancome and there is little gift of it with purchase i always enjoy the memories it makes me think of when i smell it. its a 'lovely' smell and a very romantic fragrance.

guest_DEE

I collect perfumes and in my collections, you'll find both light and strong ones, and the ones you can use depending on the season.
There are times I feel like wearing strong ones and when I feel like it, Poeme has to be it! A spray as it touches my skin, defines these words..romance..femininity..beauty..love.. WOMAN!
It is best at night time, going out for a romantic dinner with husband...etc
It really stays for hours. Some may find it too strong but not for me. This suits my body chemistry
Definitely worth the price tag

sevanya

I could never imagine the perfume can be so intense! and the perfumes I always wear are not light at all. But this one was so sweet and heavy for me that I couldn't breathe and got a headache during first hour. Now 4 hours passed and it's not so strong, as for me it smells like honey. I can hardly imagine me wearing it although the smell has good quality and is well done.

guest_Papillon

This is the first perfume of my life.There are a lot of love and flowers especially special flowers such as Datura from desert and Poppy from Himalayan.Nothing I can say except my love to this perfume.My no.1 of all time.

kastehelmi

My friend wears this..I love the complexity of it, it smells delicious, and there is a hint of incense, but it is very bold/strong, so I don't know if I would wear it.

Mellyhelly

I so wanted to like and wear Pome when it came out... just not recently ;-)
I did like it then, because it was intensely floral, intoxicating, captivating and strange! It's what I call a "total floral". Unfortunetely is very very very sweet, too much and it contains something that gives me instant headache and nausea. I couldn't wear it without feeling pain in my head, especially on forehead. The simply truth is that Poeme is deeply cloying, no matter if good-smelling.

sunkist7957

As the name suggests, Poeme always reminds me of classic love poetry. So beautiful and romantic. It is a scent that will make you feel loved and beautiful at the same time.

Poeme has a classical, strong, peculiar and delightfully pleasant fragrance. It is magical and has the ability to enhance your mood. Like myself, everytime I wear it, I'll simply feel like I am in love.

If you are looking for something unique and a signature scent, try this perfume. I assure you that you will get a lot of compliments every time you wear it.

I love you, Poeme

perfumes_addict

what i don't like about lancome perfumes is that the only person who can actually notice it is the person who wears it...but only for maximum an hour...afterwards, not even that person will be able to smell anything. they are way to weak for my tastes and for their prices...

benzippo

Long lasting, excellent sillage and strong. A little goes a long way, so be cautious not to over-indulge with this juice.

As with most strong perfume, with the right dose, it will reveals its full splendor. Over doing it will end up choking as the consequence though.

Since perfumes has all to do with personal taste, where it is no exception for Poem, thus, is whether you loved it, liked it, just ok or simply can't stand it.

It was launched around the same time as Lauder's Pleasures and today, I personally felt that Poem has more character than Pleaures despite Pleasure has a higher ratings of popularity where both are equally unique on its own right.

CaraMia

At first sniff and for sometime thereafter all, and I mean ALL, I got from Poeme was grape jelly. Not currant, nut plum, not apricot but pure concord grape steeped in sugar and pectin.

Earlier this evening I reviewed Midnight Fantasy and said I thought the florals helped cut the sweetness. Poeme has florals galore but the orange blossom and Ylang keep the composition sweet and dark. The cedar in this one doesn't stand a chance.

A very deep, opaque and crepuscular "fruity floral" suitable for Rappaccini's daughter, but not for me.

veronique

If you're in love, this is for you. Sweet floral oriental, so romantic! Very long lasting, unique smell.

dani78

I fell in love with this scent yesterday. So gorgeous, deep and intoxicating… It is not only a poem; it’s a song of light and darkness, of sunny days and hot nights, of deep love and flirty affair. I love dualistic perfumes and Poeme is one of them. It can enjoy you with its warm sweetness but also can fatally seduce you with its deep bitterness. And this happens at the same time…

guest_£elda2

it is very femminine fragrance.everyone around you can notice it.i believe that is very romantic!

kayka

i had it long time ago. it is in still my memories (in a good way) :)

Emeraude

sweet and floral,if you like florals then test it,is really good,I wear it in spring...

guest_

Love Poeme Perfume. I wish Lancome would bring back the Poeme Powder. JackGA

dutch mickie

if you know the smell, you recognise it anywhere. it's my favorite: a floral, somewhat woody, spicy, incencecy candy though not to sweet to be annoying

F_A

For me Poeme smells of the rose blossoms that are sinking in fresh honey. It is sharp, strong, rich, very feminine and romantic at the same time. A must try for those who love honey scent in fragrances.

barbiot35

I had poeme when i was at 2nd class in university, it smells too sweety for me now:(When i was a young college girl it smelled wonderful to me. In years it begins to being too much sugary:(
It will be a really good choice for teen girls i think!...

sapphire73

I want this perfume so much I even dream about it! The thing is, I've never even smelt the bleedin' thing before! I just have a gut feeling that I'll love it. It has a lot of my favourite smells in it, like; jasmine, mimosa, freesia, ylang-ylang, musk, amber etc. So I just know it's made for me, I just have to buy it!

I've finally tried it and it doesn't dissapoint, heavenly! I so want to buy a bottle, gonna have to save up now!

leababe10

i got to sniff this purfume and put it on as well omg it is amazing i love it so much. i cant wait till i can offord this purfume.
this is one of my fav scents i have ever tried. love love love it ............

margierose

I love this fragrance. It's longlasting not too sweet but elegant and ladylike. Just such a treat to wear and will please the man in your life. I guarantee it will please you and everyone around you.

katyas

This was (another) gift from my mother-in-law, and I fell in love with it right off the bat. It has a lovely clear sweetness to it, with powdery soft touches of woods and spice that make it just irresistible to me. >edit< I have a small vial of the pure perfume, also, and yesterday between spraying the EDP and using the Perfume for touch-ups, I discovered just HOW long the scent can last. I put on a last spray at about 6 p.m. Friday evening and all the way through Saturday and well into Sunday I could STILL smell the scent on my wrist - a sweet, honeyed sandalwood scent. I am VERY impressed with the staying power of this perfume! >/edit< I have only about 1/2 bottle left, and that's mainly because I've been trying to stretch it out! I really like this one!

Gina

Modern classic I say. Its sophisticated and yet flirty. I think its warm, rich, deep and sumptuous scent. Convinced my mother to buy this scent so I could steal it! She doesn't usually like floral scents but i think its tart enough to win her over. Beautiful bottle to enclose a beautiful perfume.

Carla

Thanks to the generosity of Fragrantica I am enjoying this fine fragrance. The name suits it well as the the notes are evenly executed into three versus with the repetition on the scent of the orange.The language of flowers is very well represented in a composition that characterizes a feminine flavor with it's sweetness and floral attitude. The touch of tonka bean along with the flow of warm amber brings forth a vivid imagination to the wearer.The discreet drama portrayed in Poeme with it's unpretentious scent is pure liquid luxury. A fragrance worth owning.

Smauglius

Leesee, what an intereseting opinion :))
For me Poeme is full of honey from start to drydown :))And not for very young girls. It's so funny how different noses accept the same fragrance differently.

Leesee

Lancome's Poeme is a rosy, fruity, confectionary fragrance that seems to be aimed toward the 25 and under crowd. The scent has good sillage (a spray or two will last one nicely for hours), and a lovely, powdery drydown. A word of caution is in order though: the drydown does tend to emphasize the vanilla sugar notes, so some may find it a bit cloying. Still, while Poeme is not in the same league as heavy-hitters like Magie and Tresor, it is nonetheless a fun, frilly, and ultimately harmless scent with far more pluses than minuses on its scorecard.

ANTIPARFUM

I try this perfume today and I was surprise by the sweetness of this lasting fragrance. Very good for daily time. It's definitively one of my favorite's classic fragnance and I feel very feminine and sensual with it.

Taliera

There is something "exciting" in this fragrance - it gives me a burst of joyful energy. Ahh... I think it's the peach. I had exactly the same reaction to Dolce & Gabbanna's "The One", and discovered it was the peach... (And I ended up getting it :) ) But Poeme has a dry-down which I think is quite ordinary.
I will have to try it again - to do it justice.

camila

Simlpy words: Clasic, and one of the favorites from lancome. I love this parfum, specialy when i m feeling relax and esasy like a sunday morning.

Aysu

I love this perfume! gives me a romantic, feminine mood.. it is a very sweet scent, but not a girlie and cheap one.. feels like you smell a honey jar, I also feel mimosa notes very strong.. soo lovely..

azuriiita

One of my first perfumes. Tuberose, vanilla and rose are three scents that are very pretty and undeniably presents in this fragrance...
it's feminine and delightful.

PR

Poeme perfume is on the heavier side, which is nothing bad in itself. The smell is not too bad and it lasts, but it is not the perfume I would like to buy

klonk

I think it's just a bit too much of everything. After about 8 hours, when the smell is just some sort of a whisper of all the notes left on my skin, I really like it...

scalaczek

Just love it: some say, it's a better version of SL's Fleur d'Oranger. There's nothing funny in this scent, nothing ironic, it's more like a red colored migraine. The tuberose is nuisance like a impulse, brain wave, that makes people writing poems. For me - masterpiece.

Nuppu

I do think that Poeme have something common with Poison, they both are strong, thick "florals" and full of everything. I do like Poison better, but Poeme isn't bad either.

liat

My mother uses it for centuries. When I was a girl I once sprayed it on me and went out to school.
On my way home I was chased by a giant hornet that seemed to think it was tasty.
Well, not for me it isn't.

Mitsouko

Poem... but heavy and thick. In this fragrance classified as flower, probably grow Flowers of Bad... For me Poeme Lancome's is definitively too hard and too stuffy.

Sensuos

I like this perfume... one of my first perfumes, one of my first choices!
Verry nice and long lasting!
I agree with solocha, it smells good only after a longer while...

guest_Asian

This is my first perfume that I used.I
can't explain about that but it makes me
crazy and happy when I'm wearing.I buy it a lot because it's my trademark.I fell in love with it.I always spray at night or fall cause maybe it too strong in summer and daytime.Every time there
are at least one person come to me and
say "you're really nice smell".It's reminds me about past.My no.1 fragrance!

solocha

i like this perfume, it smells good only after a longer while though.

elgab89

Loved it when it came out. I still like it. So many choices, so little time.