Place de la Rêverie 2022 Extrait

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Santal de Paris

by Nathalie Feisthauer

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Place de la Rêverie Santal de Paris is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Nathalie Feisthauer. Santal de Paris opens with Amyris, Powdery, and Lily, settles into a heart of Mysore Sandalwood, Ambroxan, and Ambrette, and dries down to a base of Vanilla, Labdanum, and Benzoin. Place de la Rêverie's Santal de Paris carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

Santal de Paris is a divisive one. For some, it's a creamy, dreamy, sophisticated vanilla sandalwood; for others, it's overpriced, indistinct, and barely there. Sample before you commit to the hype.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Creamy
  • Subtle
  • Warm
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Santal de Paris Extrait 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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate sillage and intimate projection make it suitable for office wear and casual settings, as it won't overpower. The refined, creamy vanilla-sandalwood profile makes it versatile for dates, though some found it too subtle for formal events where a 'statement maker' might be 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

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

Opens with a soft, almost ethereal powdery lily, setting a delicate tone that quickly gives way to a heart of creamy Mysore sandalwood. Ambroxan and ambrette weave through, adding a subtle, musky warmth before settling into a luxurious base of sweet vanilla, resinous benzoin, and rich labdanum, creating a comforting, enveloping aroma.

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