Caftan
amber up front, then warm spicy, settling into musky.
About
Caftan by Yves Saint Laurent is a Oriental fragrance for women and men. Caftan was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Calice Becker. Top notes are Pink Pepper, Tangerine and Bergamot; middle notes are Benzoin, Olibanum and Styrax; base notes are Labdanum and Musk. In November 2015,…
Nose: Calice Becker
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
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 woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Caftan smell like?
amber up front, then warm spicy, settling into musky. Dominant accords: amber, warm spicy, musky.
What notes are in Caftan?
Top: Pink Pepper, Tangerine, Bergamot. Heart: Benzoin, Olibanum, Styrax. Base: Labdanum, Musk.
How long does Caftan last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Caftan loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Caftan best for?
Fall is the top pick (40%). Winter is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Caftan?
Night wear leads at 58%. Day is a secondary pick at 42%.
Is Caftan for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 66% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Caftan?
Composed by Calice Becker. Released in 2015.
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