Diamonds and Rubies EDT is a rich spicy floral fragrance built around rose, jasmine and vanilla, and Maids Scents carries the authentic Eau de Toilette with delivery across Nigeria and beyond.
What is Diamonds and Rubies EDT?
Diamonds and Rubies EDT launched in 1993, created by legendary perfumer Sophia Grojsman, developed for Dame Elizabeth Taylor herself. Given its namesake, a deliberately luxurious, slightly kitsch reference to precious jewels feels entirely fitting, and Grojsman’s trademark maximalist style is on full display, layering far more complexity into the composition than its outward simplicity might suggest.
Fragrance Profile
Diamonds and Rubies EDT opens with red rose, peach, almond wood, lilac and lily, a warm, fruity burst more than one reviewer specifically describes as a tidal wave of notes, reddish and inviting from the very first spray.
As it develops, the heart brings in rose, spices, heliotrope, ylang-ylang, orchid, jasmine and lily-of-the-valley, richly floral and spiced. More than one reviewer specifically describes this composition as powdery, warm and slightly sweet, feeling like a genuine warm hug, though it’s genuinely worth being honest that a separate detailed reviewer finds the fire fades as it develops, settling into a certain ennui reminiscent of Guerlain’s Mitsouko, without quite matching that classic’s boldness.
The base settles into vanilla, sandalwood, amber, benzoin, musk and cedarwood, closing out a warm, comforting dry-down more than one reviewer describes as beautiful and far less in-your-face than the opening hour suggested.
Top Notes: Red Rose, Peach, Almond Wood, Lilac, Lily
Heart Notes: Rose, Spices, Heliotrope, Ylang-Ylang, Orchid, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley
Base Notes: Vanilla, Sandalwood, Amber, Benzoin, Musk, Cedarwood
Who Should Wear Diamonds and Rubies?
Diamonds and Rubies EDT suits anyone who wants a genuinely warm, rich, jewel-inspired signature rather than a light, unassuming scent. More than one reviewer specifically calls it their second favourite among the entire Elizabeth Taylor lineup, a bold yet soft fragrance that lasts all day.
Diamonds and Rubies EDT has also won over more than one reviewer specifically expecting to dislike it after a rough first impression with White Diamonds, which we already carry, only to find themselves genuinely surprised by how much they enjoy this composition instead. That contrast between the two sister fragrances is worth keeping in mind if you’ve had a mixed experience with other Elizabeth Taylor releases in the past.
Performance and Longevity
Performance is genuinely exceptional for an Eau de Toilette, with more than one detailed reviewer specifically reporting seven to ten hours of longevity, describing it as crazy powerful, often stronger than what other houses label as an Eau de Parfum.
One or two sprays on pulse points is a sensible starting point given how consistently powerful this fragrance’s sillage is reported to be, since overspraying can quickly become overwhelming.
Best Time to Wear Diamonds and Rubies in Nigeria
More than one detailed reviewer specifically describes this fragrance as best suited to evenings and cooler weather, which maps naturally onto Nigeria’s cooler harmattan season, where drier air lets the amber, benzoin and cedarwood base fully develop for confident, memorable evening wear.
Buying Diamonds and Rubies From Maids Scents
Every Elizabeth Taylor bottle we stock, including Diamonds and Rubies, comes from verified suppliers, so what you receive matches what you’d get through an authorised Elizabeth Taylor retailer.
We deliver across Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, Kano, Enugu, Benin City and the rest of Nigeria, and we ship internationally for orders placed from outside the country.
You can read more about the fragrance on its Parfumo listing.
If you’re exploring more of the Elizabeth Taylor collection, White Diamonds EDT is worth comparing, or browse our full range of perfumes in Nigeria.
Diamonds and Rubies EDT is in stock now at Maids Scents.
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