Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Green
100%
Aldehydic
93%
Fresh
87%
Rose
81%
Earthy
81%
Woody
77%
White Floral
75%
Floral
67%
Fresh Spicy
67%
Aromatic
65%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Green, Aldehydic, and Fresh) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Green, Aldehydic, Fresh, and Rose among the strongest accord tags here, brighter, lighter families in this mix often fade sooner; reapply or keep a travel size if you want all-day presence.
Projection
With Green, Aldehydic, Fresh, and Rose among the strongest accord tags here, lighter profiles usually hug the skin; you can layer sprays to push without filling a whole room.
Overview
CalandrebyPaco Rabanneis a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women.Calandrewas launched in 1969. The nose behind this fragrance is Michel Hy. Top notes are Aldehydes, Green Notes and Bergamot; middle notes are Rose, Lily-of-the-Valley, Orris Root, Geranium, Hyacinth and Jasmine; base notes are Oakmoss, Vetiver, Musk, Sandalwood and Amber.Calandrewas launched in 1969. This feminine fragrance is very difficult to sort into a certain group of fragrances. Citrusy uplift of bergamot in the top notes follows the floral heart with white rose, pelargonium and hyacinth. The base is woody, powdery, with intensive musky notes. This perfume’s designer is Michael Hy, and the bottle was designed by Pierre Dinand.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Calandre office-safe?
- Fresher, lighter profiles often feel easy in conservative offices at one spray.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.