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Calima by Christine Darvin — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Calima by Christine Darvin

Christine Darvin

Calima

8.01

Hyacinth at first spray; vetiver is what stays on skin.

CitrusEarthyWoodySpicyGreen

Scent profile

Top notes

HyacinthBergamotMandarin Orange

Heart notes

IrisJasmineRose

Base notes

VetiverPatchouliAmberWhite Musk

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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85%

Spring

96%

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Fall

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Night

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Where

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Casual

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Date

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Club

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Formal

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