Gallivant 2017 EDP

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Berlin

by Karine Chevallier

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Gallivant Berlin is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Karine Chevallier. Berlin opens with Clementine, Lemon, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Pepper and Tea, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Vetiver, and Patchouli. Gallivant's Berlin carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A divisive scent for the freshie fanatic - some love its lively citrus and peppery bite, others find it too generic and fleeting. It's a clean, modern take on a classic profile, but be prepared for discussions about its lasting power.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Bright
  • Subtle
Berlin 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 fresh, clean, and subtle nature makes it ideal for office wear and casual settings, as many reviewers noted for everyday use. Limited longevity and soft sillage mean it wouldn't project well for dates or formal events, though it could work for a quick gym session.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

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

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Brand-stated Gallivant says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Gallivant Berlin opens with an invigorating burst of zesty grapefruit, clementine, and sharp lemon, spiced subtly with pepper. As it settles, a dry black tea note emerges, blending seamlessly with a clean, green vetiver, earthy patchouli, and a whisper of cedar, anchoring the bright top notes with a sophisticated woody base.

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Complement

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