Elizabeth Taylor rarely believed in subtlety, and Diamonds and Rubies Perfume begins with red rose, peach, almond wood, lilac, and lily, an ambitious floral fruity rush right from the very first spray. Rose, spices, heliotrope, ylang ylang, orchid, jasmine, and lily of the valley crowd the heart with extraordinary floral richness and real depth throughout the entire wear. Vanilla, sandalwood, benzoin, amber, musk, and cedar close the base in warm, resinous depth that lasts for many hours after application fades considerably. This floral Eau De Toilette suits formal evenings and special occasions especially well, opulent rather than understated about its own considerable presence. Elizabeth Taylor assembled something unmistakably lavish here, floral, warm, and entirely worthy of its glamorous, jewel toned name.