D’ORSAY 2020 Edp

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Songe à La Douceur C.B.

by Karine Chevallier

D’ORSAY Songe à La Douceur C.B. is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Karine Chevallier. The fragrance opens with Carrot Seeds, Bergamot, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Magnolia, and dries down to a base of Musk and Vetiver.

Our verdict on Songe à La Douceur C.B.: Favourite

This one's a slow burn, but utterly rewarding. Don't let the initial quirks put you off; give it time, and you might just fall head over heels for its unique, seductive charm. A divisive opening, but a universally loved dry-down.
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  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Subtle
  • Sensual
  • Romantic
Songe à La Douceur C.B. Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 21%
Floral 27%
Fruity 3%
Green 15%
Sweet 9%
Warm 3%
Woody 15%
Earthy 13%
Animalic 10%
Fresh 21%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Citrus
100%
Powdery
89%
Musky
79%
Aromatic
72%
Floral
67%

Notes

Top Notes

Carrot Seeds 43% Grapefruit 36% Bergamot 21%

Heart Notes

Magnolia 100%

Base Notes

Vetiver 59% Musk 41%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and clean, fresh-powdery accord make it highly suitable for office and casual wear, providing a subtle elegance. While elegant enough for formal events, its unique opening might not be for everyone, and it's too refined for sport.

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About

Songe à La Douceur C.B. by D’ORSAY opens with a surprisingly earthy and green pop of carrot seeds, brightened by a zesty, almost bitter grapefruit and bergamot. It quickly settles into a creamy, softly powdery heart of magnolia, lending a sophisticated floral touch. The dry-down is utterly captivating, merging clean musk with a subtle, grounded vetiver, creating an elegant, fresh, and slightly leathery-powdery finish.

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