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California Réverie by Van Cleef & Arpels
2014 • Women

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS
CALIFORNIA RÉVERIE

California Réverie opens with a bright burst of mandarin orange and neroli, instantly invoking the warmth of sun-drenched citrus groves. As it settles, the heart unfolds into a lush bouquet of jasmine sambac and frangipani, which adds a tropical floral richness that’s both inviting and uplifting. The fragrance gradually dries down to a comforting base of creamy vanilla and sweet beeswax, creating a soft, warm finish that lingers gently on the skin without being overpowering. This fragrance is ideal for women seeking a light, daytime scent that embodies the essence of spring and summer. With its intimate sillage and shorter wear time, California Réverie is perfect for casual outings or leisurely brunches. While it may not last all day, its delightful blend of white florals and citrus makes it a refreshing choice for warm weather. If you're drawn to fragrances that evoke a sense of sunshine and tranquility, you might find California Réverie to be a delightful addition to your collection, reminiscent of other light, floral offerings but distinct in its unique warmth.

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Expect neroli and mandarin orange up top, with jasmine sambac and frangipani carrying the middle of the wear. What you'll smell on skin hours in is beeswax and vanilla — the base does the heavy lifting here. Performance is on the gentler side — a soft signature rather than a loud one. Hits hardest across summer and spring and leans daytime. Most wearers settle on liking it (4.2/5) rather than loving it — a safe rotation addition.

analytics SCENT PROFILE

timerLONGEVITY

2-4 Hours32%
FLEETINGETERNAL

wavesSILLAGE

Intimate22%
INTIMATERADIATING

wc GENDER MAP

FEMININE UNISEX MASCULINE

calendar_month SEASON MAP

spa 40.1% SPRING
wb_sunny 45.9% SUMMER
eco 8.3% FALL
ac_unit 5.7% WINTER

schedule DAY / NIGHT

light_mode 80% DAY
dark_mode 21% NIGHT

equalizer ACCORD SIGNATURE

white floral 100%
citrus 87%
floral 83%
tropical 62%
beeswax 58%
fresh 55%
honey 54%

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