C'est La Vie by The Lab bottle
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C'est La Vie

4.0/5 · 22 votes Unisex 2017
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Fragrance notes

Notes

Character

Longevity3.7/5
Sillage2.9/5
Day100
Night80
Spring80
Fall73
Winter67
Summer60
Our take

Sunlight falls across a wooden table where a half-peeled orange rests beside a bowl of tart apples. The air carries the resinous weight of oud and patchouli, but those heavy materials do not dominate the room. Orange blossom and cinnamon weave through the wood, creating a space that feels both grounded and bright. Vanilla softens the edges without turning the atmosphere into something sugary.

The scent sits comfortably in this kind of air. It is not a loud presence, nor does it try to be the center of the room. The citrus and white floral elements keep the deeper notes from feeling too serious. It is a composition that feels approachable, mixing fruity freshness with warm spicy accents in a way that stays balanced.

Someone sitting here with a cup of tea would find the blend easy to inhabit. It suits a person who likes natural materials but does not want a fragrance that feels overly formal or austere. Those who prefer scents built entirely around sharp, cool minerals might find this combination of sweet and woody notes too generous for their taste.

A breeze moves through the open window and lifts the scent from a linen sleeve into the warm, golden light of the afternoon.

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