California Dream
| Edp | Concentration | Cologne |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2020 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Mandarino
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive citrus musk; some love its refreshing, clean vibe and unique fruity twist, others find it shockingly basic and overpriced, especially given its iffy performance. It's a sunshine scent for sure, but don't expect it to last.
This eau de cologne is happiness in a bottle, delivering an incredibly realistic, juicy mandarin hit. It's a fleeting moment of joy, though; for most, the low longevity is the only real sticking point from an otherwise beloved Ellena creation.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 28% | 28% |
| Floral | 8% | 6% |
| Fruity | 28% | 33% |
| Green | 6% | 10% |
| Sweet | 26% | 23% |
| Warm | 1% | 1% |
| Woody | 1% | 1% |
| Earthy | 0% | 0% |
| Animalic | 25% | 25% |
| Fresh | 23% | 20% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and understated profile makes it a good fit for casual and sport settings, thriving in warmer weather. While wearable for a date, its limited longevity and projection, coupled with its casual vibe, make it less ideal for formal events or a demanding office environment.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, understated nature makes it ideal for casual wear and office settings where a strong scent would be inappropriate. The limited projection and longevity mean it's less suited for occasions requiring a more impactful or enduring fragrance, like formal events or dates.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Musky, Fruity accords and Musk, Mandarin notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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