Oriens
fruity up front, then sweet, settling into patchouli.
About
Oriens by Van Cleef & Arpels is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women. Oriens was launched in 2010. The nose behind this fragrance is Bernard Ellena. Top notes are Raspberry, Black Currant and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Jasmine and White Flowers; base notes are Patchouli, Praline, Amber and Vanilla.
Nose: Bernard Ellena
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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 woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Oriens smell like?
fruity up front, then sweet, settling into patchouli. Dominant accords: fruity, sweet, patchouli.
What notes are in Oriens?
Top: Raspberry, Black Currant, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Jasmine, White Flowers. Base: Patchouli, Praline, Amber, Vanilla.
How long does Oriens last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Oriens loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Oriens best for?
Fall is the top pick (36%). Winter is second at 31%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Oriens?
Day wear leads at 60%. Night is a secondary pick at 40%.
Is Oriens for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 87% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Oriens?
Composed by Bernard Ellena. Released in 2010.
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