Clive Christian Perfume 2017 EDP

F ££££ Acquired

Vision in a Dream Mesmeric

by Beverley Bayne

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Clive Christian Perfume Vision in a Dream Mesmeric is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Beverley Bayne. Vision in a Dream Mesmeric opens with Almond, Galbanum, and Artemisia, settles into a heart of Neroli, Jasmine, Iris, and Heliotrope, and dries down to a base of Vetiver and Patchouli. Clive Christian Perfume's Vision in a Dream Mesmeric carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

A truly unique scent, Mesmeric is a dark, smoky, and distinctly masculine experience. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with passionate defenders and those who find its price tag a bit much.
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  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Luxurious
  • Confident
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Vision in a Dream Mesmeric 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its above-average longevity and sillage, coupled with its dark and intense character, make it unsuitable for an office environment. However, these qualities shine in formal settings and on dates where a statement scent is desired.

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

  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli

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

Mesmeric opens with a powerful wave of green earthiness from galbanum, almost immediately giving way to a rich, nutty almond heart. Aromatic artemisia weaves through, adding a subtly bitter, herbal edge that keeps the sweetness in check. The overall impression is a complex, dark, and smoky blend, reminiscent of an ancient, mysterious forest after a fire. It's a bold and unconventional composition that demands attention.

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