WS-RC-2005

Serpentine

2005Men

floral up front, then amber, settling into white floral.

Serpentine by Roberto Cavalli is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Serpentine was launched in 2005. The nose behind this fragrance is Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. Top notes are Mango Blossom, Mandarin Orange, Tahitian Gardenia and Artemisia; middle notes are Frangipani, Tiare Flower, Pepper and Violet Leaf; base notes are Amber,…

floral amber white floral tropical

Nose: Jacques Cavallier Belletrud

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Mango Blossom, Mandarin Orange, Tahitian Gardenia, Artemisia
Heart· 2–4h
Frangipani, Tiare Flower, Pepper, Violet Leaf
Drydown· 6h+
Amber, Tolu Balsam, Sandalwood

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

93%

91%

79%

60%

59%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Fall33%Winter31%Spring19%Summer17%Day55%Night45%Wears female81%

Skin 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 date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Roberto Cavalli picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Serpentine smell like?

floral up front, then amber, settling into white floral. Dominant accords: floral, amber, white floral.

What notes are in Serpentine?

Top: Mango Blossom, Mandarin Orange, Tahitian Gardenia, Artemisia. Heart: Frangipani, Tiare Flower, Pepper, Violet Leaf. Base: Amber, Tolu Balsam, Sandalwood.

How long does Serpentine last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Serpentine loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Serpentine best for?

Fall is the top pick (33%). Winter is second at 31%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Serpentine?

Day wear leads at 55%. Night is a secondary pick at 45%.

Is Serpentine for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 81% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Serpentine?

Composed by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. Released in 2005.