Parfums de Marly 2019 Edp

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Kalan

by Céline Ripert

Parfums de Marly Kalan is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Céline Ripert. The fragrance opens with Pepper, Blood Orange, and Spicy, settles into a heart of Lavender and Orange Blossom, and dries down to a base of Woody, Sandalwood, Oakmoss, and Amber.

Our verdict on Kalan: Acquired

Kalan is a truly divisive scent-bomb; you'll either love its unique, peppery-citrus punch or recoil from its perceived harshness. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but for those who get it, it's a confident, head-turning beast.
  • Bold
  • Confident
  • Edgy
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
Kalan Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11%
Floral 18%
Fruity 3%
Green 7%
Sweet 17%
Warm 24%
Woody 17%
Earthy 13%
Animalic 3%
Fresh 15%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its exceptional longevity and strong projection make it unsuitable for the office, but perfect for making a statement on dates or at formal events. The unique spicy-woody profile adds an intriguing touch to evenings out, though it's too heavy for casual daytime wear or sport.

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About

Kalan kicks off with an intense burst of spicy pepper and a zesty blood orange, quickly backed by an aromatic breath of lavender and orange blossom. As it settles, a rich, mossy woodiness emerges, grounded by creamy sandalwood, earthy oakmoss, and a warm amber-tonka base that lingers for ages. It's a complex, evolving fragrance that balances sharpness with a deep, sensual warmth.