Aldehydes. Funny how we use the name of an entire group of chemical compounds as if they share the same olfactory characteristics. Oh well.. Typically we refer to the fizzy note somewhat reminiscent of soap. And that’s exactly what Calandre is all about.
Calandre is very similar to the well known YSL Rive Gauche. I feel that Calandre is a bit lighter, with a metallic glare and less moss. From a distance it seems pretty hard to tell them apart. Note that I’m comparing current version of both.
After a strong citrus opening, the scent is a straight-forward aldehyde floral. More aldehyde than floral, really. Projection is modest but steady for a whopping eight hours easily. It gives a powdery soapy clean feel from beginning to end. Modest, inoffensive and long lasting, ideal for office settings.
