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Knowing Perfume

By Estee Lauder for Women
2.5 Oz Eau De Parfum Spray
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About Knowing

Estee Lauder Knowing Perfume is a complex fragrance for women designed by perfumer Jean Kerleo and launched in 1988. It is fresh, aromatic and intense, offering a blend of fruity, spicy, floral and earthy notes.

Fragrance Family:

Floral, chypre

Scent Type:

Aromatic, woody, flowery

Notes:

Each layer of Knowing features a complex and balanced blend of notes, starting with a fruity, aromatic opening of rose, mimosa, tuberose, plum, melon, coriander, aldehydes and green notes. The floral element expands in the heart where pittosporum, jasmine, orris root, orange blossom and lily-of-the-valley are complemented by spicy cardamom and bay leaf as well as earthy cedar and patchouli. Orris root and patchouli are present in the base of the fragrance as well where notes of amber, musk, sandalwood, vetiver, civet and oakmoss bring additional warmth to the perfume.

Suggested Use

For long-lasting fragrance that you can carry throughout the day and to minimize the need for reapplying, focus on your pulse points behind your ears, at the base of your neck and on your wrists as well as warmer areas of the body, such as behind the knees and inside the elbow. These are the best places to apply this Estee Lauder perfume since the scent intensifies by the warmth of your body.

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Hey, everyone. It's Sarah. And today I'll be reviewing Knowing by Est��e Lauder. This musky woodsy scent is bold yet elegant. It's a classic fragrance that was launched in 1988, and some of the notes include oakmoss, aldehyde, patchouli, civet, cardamom, and various greens and spices. Knowing is warm, spicy, and sensual. That's a unique and complex fragrance that will definitely make you stand out in the crowd. All right, everyone. That's all for today. Remember, if you want to see more reviews on your favorite product, subscribe to our YouTube channel and be sure to check us out on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
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FAQ for Knowing

What does Estee Lauder Knowing Perfume smell like?

Classic, timeless and confidently feminine, Knowing is a perfect fragrance for the woman who knows who she is. With a variety of notes tangled together, from floral rose to fruity plum to spicy cardamom and earthy patchouli, this perfume offers a uniquely beautiful scent.

What kind of scent is Knowing?

Knowing is a chypre floral perfume made for women. Because it is an Eau de Parfum (EDP), it offers a more concentrated and long-lasting scent than you would get with an Eau de Toilette (EDT) perfume.

What are the notes in Estee Lauder Knowing?

  • Top Notes: rose, mimosa, tuberose, melon, plum, coriander, aldehydes, green notes
  • Heart Notes: jasmine, lily-of-the-valley, orange blossom, orris root, pittosporum, cedar, patchouli, bay leaf, cardamom
  • Base Notes: sandalwood, vetiver, oakmoss, patchouli, orris root, musk, civet, amber, spices

What season is Estee Lauder Knowing Perfume best for?

Because of its warm base and spicy notes, Knowing is particularly suited for the autumn and winter months.

Is Knowing suitable for all occasions?

The floral composition of this perfume makes it a versatile choice that works well for a variety of occasions. You can use it as a casual daily scent or keep it for dates and special occasions. It transitions well from day to night and is long-lasting enough that you may not need to reapply during the day.

Can this perfume worn by both men and women?

Floral and traditionally feminine, this scent is likely to appeal more to women but it is not limited to them. Anyone with an appreciation for aromatic, flowery scents can give this one a try.

Where do you apply Knowing Perfume?

The best place to apply your perfume is generally on your pulse points where the body heat can increase longevity and strength. Lightly misting the spray over your body is an option if you prefer a less prominent fragrance.

How long does it last?

After application, Estee Lauder Knowing can last for eight to ten hours or longer, depending on how you've applied it, where you wear it and the perfume's reaction to your skin.

Where is the best place to buy Knowing Perfume'?

Knowing Perfume by Estee Lauder can be purchased at major department stores, but FragranceX is a solid option for buying perfumes and colognes online. FragranceX sells authentic, quality fragrances at discount prices, allowing you to save up to 80% off.

About the Product
Attribute Name Attribute Value
Brand Estee Lauder
Fragrance Family Floral
Fragrance Name Knowing
Fragrance Classification Perfume, Mini, Body Lotion, Gift Set, Body Cream
Volume Available in 4 ml, 8 ml, 15 ml, 30 ml, 75 ml, 100 ml, 150 ml and 248 ml
Top Notes Davana, Marigold (Tagete), Mimosa, Pittosporum, Rose (Bulgarian), Tuberose, Melon, Plum(EdP)
Heart Notes Iris (Orris), Jasmine, Lily of the Valley (Muguet), Orange blossom, Ylang-ylang, Patchouli
Base Notes Sandalwood, Vetiver, Oakmoss, Amber, Vanilla
Gender Women
Year Of Launch 1988
Customer Reviews
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337 Reviews
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Most Liked Positive Review
5

"You smell so good!"

I have been using 'Knowing' for several years exclusively. Maybe I'm boring, but I have received so many positive comments on the fragrance, I feel it was made for me. Not all perfumes are for everyone. I love it because it is subtle and not overpowering. Have you ever been on an elevator when
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someone enters and you can't wait for them to leave because their perfume is so overwhelming? Not a pleasant experience!!!
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Most Liked Negative Review
1

Imposter!!!!

I have been wearing Knowing perfume for over 15 years. This looks exactly like it - but it is definately NOT it!! Even my husband, kids, and coworkers noticed immediately! I thought I would give this a try since it is easier to shop at home and I would save a few bucks. Never again!!
337 Reviews
4

I have been wearing this perfume since the 90's I just love

For those of you who like lemony smell it's for you

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 2/21/2026
By Zouzou
From Lawrenceville
5

Smells great

Smells great

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 2/15/2026
By Good smelling
From Washington DC
5

great perfume company, great prices

love Estee perfumes. Knowing is one perfume I used a few years ago and wanted to try again. It arrived promptly, and have been using it on weekends for now.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 1/8/2026
By ren
From el paso,texas
5

Yes would definitely buy this product again

Knowing is a bold, sophisticated floral fragrance that exudes timeless elegance. Its perfect for formal occasions, its strong and impressive longevity makes it a standout choice for confident, refined wearers. A true classic!

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 12/20/2025
By Triena
From Killeen, Texas
5

I love KNOWING and I will buy it again at this great price!

I use Knowing on a daily basis and it make me feel fresh.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 11/24/2025
By Janka
From SA
1

Not for me

Will be disposing of this cologne. I do not like the scent al all. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend to a friend.

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Date 11/14/2025
By Joy
From Bayville, NJ
5

Knowing by Estee Lauder

Love the perfume. Stays on all day. Clothes smell beautiful.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 10/25/2025
By Kazza
From Sydney
5

I have only ever worn Estée Lauder

I've only ever worn Estée Lauder, as a young girl about 18 on wards I worn cinnabar and nothing else then I smelt knowing and that's is the only one, I get so many compliments, the smell lasts all day on here it's half the price I normally pay.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 10/6/2025
By Dinky
From Uk Scotland
5

I absolutely love this cologne.

I use daily.

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Date 9/9/2025
By Sharon
From Lanham, MD.
2

Fake or stale!

When I first sprayed this on it did not smell like the Knowing I used to use from the dept. store. However after a few mins it smells better & does stay on

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend to a friend.

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Date 8/16/2025
By SouthernCharm
From Gonzales, LA
5

I would buy this product again and again.

I can't remember how long ago that I started using Knowing. It has become my signature perfume and I can honestly say that every time I go out I get a compliment.Fragrancex has made it possible to be able to afford it whenever I run out.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 8/12/2025
By Helbie
From Marlton,N.J.
5

I love my Knowing perfume it stays on me longer than anyothe

Knowing is the best, stays and lingers with me

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 8/3/2025
By Deb
From Louisville, Ky
2

Fake!!

I used to wear Knowing years ago & this one does not smell the same. I believe all the perfumes on here are imposters. I also ordered Black NY Kenneth Cole Edp that smells really good but does not last long at all! Will not be purchasing on this site again. Would return them but too much of a hassle

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Date 7/30/2025
By SouthernCharm
From Gonzales, LA
5

i will buy it again

My wife use it all the time

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 6/5/2025
By Malone
From York PA
5

My wife love the smell and mostly wear it all the time.

It smell great and last all day, she only use it when going out and a lot of people ask what is that smell? It smell GOOD.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 5/3/2025
By old yellow
From York PA
5

exquisite fragrance

Exquisite

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 4/30/2025
By Niurca Torres
From Florida
5

KNOWING. MY FAVORITE

The scent makes you feel, sophisticated and sexy...After your clothes are washed, you can still smell the scent

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 4/13/2025
By MARE
From Weatherford, TX
5

Lasts all day

I get so many compliments when wearing Knowinng

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 4/1/2025
By Lou
From Uk
5

Well Knowing the perfume by Estee Lauder for me is simple Am

Knowing is simple amazing

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 11/25/2024
By None
From Miami, Florida
5

Lovely Perfume

Every day use

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 11/14/2024
By Nan
From WsM England
5

Yes

Makes me feel sexy

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 10/28/2024
By Sam
From Ga.
3

I would recommend

Strong and long lasting.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 10/25/2024
By Julie
From Arlington Texas
5

One of my favorites always draws attention

Lots of people will stop me and ask me what am I using as in perfume KNOWING OF COURSE

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 10/12/2024
By Babe
From Westering Port Elizabeth South Africa
4

I really like Estée Lauder brand

I like Estée Lauder products from make up,.. up to perfume

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 9/20/2024
By Jazzy
From Australia
5

I will be buying this again

I use it at any time, love the smell. It brings back good memories of my mother, this was one of her favorite smells. I was happy to find it at such a reasonable price.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 8/4/2024
By Weezie
From Detroit, Michigan
5

Beutiful smell

Bought for a friend's 80th birthday, she has always loved this perfume but couldn't afford it. The perfume lingers all day and lifts her spirits.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 8/3/2024
By Glady
From New zealand
5

Love knowing, will definitely buy again.

Use on special occasions, been using knowing for 26 years. My favorite perfume. Love love love love love love love love love love love love love love love this perfume, this is all I have to say. Love the price. Speedy delivery...

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 6/25/2024
By None
From Wilmington, CA
4

Yes

Its a great perfume ,I'm using it since the end of 80's . I'll just let you know that in Italy it's cheaper , same bottle I pay from 49,45€ up to 50,74. This is the reason I'm not adding it to my order . Why such a difference? I have a question for you, are you able to find ( if it still exist) Ecusson ? I love that one too. Tks Manuela

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 5/13/2024
By Manuce
From Rome Italy
2

I would not buy this fragrance again.

Too heavy for me.

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend to a friend.

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Date 4/23/2024
By Bobbie
From Havana FL
5

Sensuous smell

I have worn Knowing since it was released in 1988. The comments I always got from people. My mother only wore Chanel No. 5 and she loved Knowing so much, my Dad bought it for her birthday. She said it was the most exquisite perfume she had ever smelt and worn

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 3/10/2024
By Pixie
From South Australia
5

I love this product, Must always be a part of my collection

When I wear it i ooze confidence

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 1/30/2024
By geegee
From portmore Jamaica
5

I like this smell along the day.

I like it all the along.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 9/9/2023
By Nec.
From Israel
5

I love Knowing

I have been wearing Knowing for years along with other expensive perfumes and it is the one I always get compliments on. I can even smell it after clothes have been through the wash

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 9/8/2023
By Lee
From New Zealand
5

My kind of perfume. I would buy the product again and again.

My kind of perfume. It attracted attention and compliments. Been using for more than 30 years and will not exchange for any other fragrance. Will still recommend to friends

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 8/1/2023
By Catherine Quah
From Bedok Reservior
5

I have been using knowing perfume for years I just love it s

I love knowing perfume coz it last for many days and the smell I love it so much. Thanks Estee Lauder. Brilliant perfume. Too expensive but I still need it.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 7/7/2023
By Kathy
From Brisbane Australia QLD
5

I would buy this again and again

such a unique scent. i get asked about my perfume whenever I use it.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 3/9/2023
By Nada
From DAM, SA
5

I'm using KNOWING for many years

I love KNOWING

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend to a friend.

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Date 1/27/2023
By Rindi
From South Africs
5

Knowing !

Super happy to find an Estee Lauder Classic like "Knowing" on Fragrancex. It's been impossible to find that and "Beautiful" at department stores. Also purchased "Beautiful" from this site. Both perfumes absolutely extraordinary- thank you !

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 1/16/2023
By Christina
From Ohio
5

This is my favourite perfume!

I have been wearing this scent for many years now, it is my signature scent! .... I have had many compliments on it and never a complaint.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 1/12/2023
By Angel face
From Winnipeg, MB
5

I will buy again

Smelks wonderful use everyday lots of conpliments.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 1/3/2023
By Suzy
From St thomas
4

This is a favorite of mine.

Hope it continues being produced

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 12/10/2022
By Granny
From Wisconsin
5

I COULD LIVE MY LIFE WITH JUST ONE FRAGRANCE - KNOWING

My secret to using KNOWING is spraying it on my hair. It lasts a lot longer that way. It's such a rich and sensual perfume, that people recognize it. I walked into my doctors rooms one day, and he looked up and saw me, a patient of 30 years, and said "KNOWING". I'm like " huh", he says "your perfume is knowing". I was blown away. He said it's his wife's favorite fragrance. It obviously has lasting potential. I just love the smell.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 9/11/2022
By Jedanna
From SOUTH AFRICA
5

KNOWING IS LIKE FLOATING ON CLOUDS

This has been a favorite perfume for me all my life. One day I had an appointment with my dermatologist, and as I stepped into his room he looked at me and said, " KNOWING". I was totally baffled, what was he saying, do I'm like ' huh?" He then said, your perfume is Knowing. A man recognizing a perfume out of the blue was so great. He said it was his wife's favorite perfume. I spray it in my hair, it lasts way longer than on your skin. Even spray it into a scarf or some clothing it won't discolor. This is my magic fragrance, as well as my doctors wife's one.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 9/11/2022
By Jedanna
From South Africa
5

I am very satisfied and happy to be able to wear this perfum

Very happy to finally have found it at a reasonable price.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 8/8/2022
By Gaganne
From Saguenay, Qc Canada
5

Long time favourite

Would puck up this scent on others and I loved it. It's been around a long time and is a classic. Love it!

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 5/9/2022
By CatC
From Australia
5

I always look for this fragrance when shopping for my wife!

All of my comments have been made! I always desire this scent on my wife!!!

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 4/11/2022
By Mitch
From Brooklyn, New York
5

I would absolutely buy Knowing again and again

I use it when ever I want, live the freshness of it.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 3/25/2022
By Bets
From Durban South Africa
5

Great Fragrance

I love this product more for older woman just need a small amount to make it perfect

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 2/14/2022
By Tvs
From Virginia
5

I would buy this product again and again.

one or two squirts daily and it lasts. Great value for money although still expensive

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 1/11/2022
By Bev
From Gauteng, Johannesburg, South Africa
5

A good nose Knows KNOWING!!!!!

Yes.

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend to a friend.

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Date 1/6/2022
By Ampersand
From Tucson Az