California Réverie
white floral up front, then citrus, settling into floral.
About
California Réverie by Van Cleef & Arpels is a Floral fragrance for women. California Réverie was launched in 2014. The nose behind this fragrance is Antoine Maisondieu. Top notes are Neroli and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Jasmine Sambac and Frangipani; base notes are Beeswax and Vanilla.
Nose: Antoine Maisondieu
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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 summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Van Cleef & Arpels picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does California Réverie smell like?
white floral up front, then citrus, settling into floral. Dominant accords: white floral, citrus, floral.
What notes are in California Réverie?
Top: Neroli, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Jasmine Sambac, Frangipani. Base: Beeswax, Vanilla.
How long does California Réverie last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is California Réverie loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is California Réverie best for?
Summer is the top pick (43%). Spring is second at 41%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for California Réverie?
Day wear leads at 85%. Night is a secondary pick at 15%.
Is California Réverie for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 62% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made California Réverie?
Composed by Antoine Maisondieu. Released in 2014.
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