Gallivant 2020 EDP

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Bukhara

by Ralf Schwieger

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Gallivant Bukhara is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Ralf Schwieger. Bukhara opens with Caraway, Bergamot, Coriander, and Pear, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Iris, Clove, and Apricot, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Amber, and Saffron. Gallivant's Bukhara carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Bukhara is a truly divisive scent; some rave about its unique earthy iris, while others are repulsed by its 'carrot' or 'plastic' facets. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so sample before you commit.
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Bukhara 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 Fall

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual

Its moderate sillage and bright, clean character make it ideal for office wear, as noted by several reviewers. While some find it subtle enough for casual wear, its unique iris and spice profile might be too polarising for a date or formal events where crowd-pleasing scents are often preferred.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Bukhara opens with a sharp, fresh burst of bergamot and pear, quickly giving way to an earthy, rooty iris. Spices like caraway and coriander weave through, creating an aromatic, almost soapy cleanliness. As it dries, a soft, powdery jasmine emerges, settling into a warm, musky base with hints of dry apricot and saffron. It's a journey from clean and bright to an intriguing, subtle warmth.

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