Atelier Cologne 2016 EDP

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Clémentine California

by Jérôme Epinette

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Atelier Cologne Clémentine California is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Jérôme Epinette. Clémentine California opens with Clementine, Mandarin, and Juniper, settles into a heart of Pepper, Star Anise, and Basil, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Cypress. Atelier Cologne's Clémentine California carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, photo-realistic clementine opener that is universally adored. If only that vibrant top note stuck around, this would be a year-round staple. As it stands, it's a fleeting summer dream, perfect for an instant pick-me-up - just be prepared to reapply often.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Uplifting
  • Bright
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Clémentine California Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its luminous, clean profile and notoriously poor longevity make it perfectly suited for casual wear or the office, where subtlety is key. It's too ephemeral and light for formal events and lacks the depth for a serious date night, but perfect for a quick, refreshing lift before or after sport.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with a juicy, bright blast of clementine and mandarin, like freshly peeled fruit with a hint of crisp juniper. As it settles, a fresh, herbaceous blend of star anise and basil emerges, offering a subtle spice. The dry down is a whisper of clean, earthy woods - cypress, vetiver, and a creamy sandalwood - leaving a fresh, slightly green trail.

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