Calypso
rose up front, then fresh spicy, settling into powdery.
About
Calypso by Robert Piguet is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Calypso was launched in 2010. The nose behind this fragrance is Aurélien Guichard. Top notes are Geranium and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Rose, Bulgarian Rose and Orris Root; base notes are Suede, Patchouli, Amber and Daim. Calypso is…
Nose: Aurélien Guichard
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Robert Piguet picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Calypso smell like?
rose up front, then fresh spicy, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: rose, fresh spicy, powdery.
What notes are in Calypso?
Top: Geranium, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Rose, Bulgarian Rose, Orris Root. Base: Suede, Patchouli, Amber, Daim.
How long does Calypso last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Calypso loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Calypso best for?
Fall is the top pick (37%). Spring is second at 25%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Calypso?
Day wear leads at 62%. Night is a secondary pick at 38%.
Is Calypso for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 48% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Calypso?
Composed by Aurélien Guichard. Released in 2010.
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