La Rive Golden Femme

La Rive Golden Femme, more commonly known as "Golden Woman," is a women's fragrance from the Polish brand La Rive. It's an Eau de Parfum that is a popular and very affordable alternative to a specific designer perfume.

The Scent Profile

La Rive Golden Woman is a Floral Fruity fragrance with a sweet and woody character. The notes include:

• Top Notes: A bright and fruity opening with ylang-ylang, black currant, green notes, and lemon.

• Heart Notes: The middle notes feature a blend of peach, caramel, musk, lily-of-the-valley, amber, and sandalwood, with a touch of rose.

• Base Notes: The dry down adds depth with warm notes that are often associated with the heart.

The combination of sweet fruits and rich florals with a warm, musky base makes for a soft and sensual scent.

Comparison to Other Perfumes

La Rive Golden Woman is widely considered a "dupe" for Paco Rabanne's Lady Million Eau My Gold!. Both fragrances share a similar bright, fruity opening with a warm, sweet, and musky dry down.

While many find it successfully captures the essence of Lady Million Eau My Gold!, some reviewers note that it might be a bit more linear or lack the complexity and longevity of the original. However, for a fraction of the price, it's a great option for those who love the original's light and elegant scent profile.

Performance

As with most La Rive fragrances, the performance of Golden Woman is generally moderate. It's an Eau de Parfum, but its longevity and projection are often cited as being weaker than high-end designer perfumes. You may need to reapply it after a few hours to keep the scent noticeable. It's often recommended for everyday wear and is particularly suitable for warmer weather.