Van Cleef Arpels Oriens
Van Cleef Arpels

Oriens

FruityFloralWoodySweetMuskyCitrus

Oriens by Van Cleef & Arpelsis a Chypre Floral fragrance for women. Oriens was launched in 2010. The nose behind this fragrance is Bernard Ellena. Top notes are Raspberry, Black Currant and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Jasmine and White Flowers; base notes are Patchouli, Praline, Amber and Vanilla.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours
Base notes
2+ hours, dry-down

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity6–8 hrs
Sillage (projection)Moderate

When to wear Oriens

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

ScentCast scores every fragrance against live weather, your occasion, and your taste — so it tells you the exact days Oriens is the right pick.

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Common questions about Oriens

What does Van Cleef Arpels Oriens smell like?+

Van Cleef Arpels Oriens is a fruity, floral, and woody fragrance. The opening is black currant and mandarin orange. the heart settles on jasmine, white flowers, and raspberry. the dry-down rests on patchouli, praline, and amber.

How long does Van Cleef Arpels Oriens last on skin?+

Van Cleef Arpels Oriens is estimated to last 6–8 hrs on skin (a 4/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Van Cleef Arpels Oriens?+

Van Cleef Arpels Oriens projects at a moderate level (3/5 sillage). Expect it to be noticeable within arm's reach without overpowering the room.

When should I wear Van Cleef Arpels Oriens?+

Van Cleef Arpels Oriens is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Van Cleef Arpels Oriens during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Van Cleef Arpels Oriens worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Van Cleef Arpels Oriens fits collectors looking for fruity, floral, and woody signature. ScentCast members can add Van Cleef Arpels Oriens to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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