Yavana by Galimard bottle
Galimard

Yavana

4.5/5 · 29 votes Feminine 1960
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
Heart notes
Base notes

Character

Longevity4.1/5
Sillage3.6/5
Day64
Night100
Winter86
Fall71
Spring29
Summer14
Our take

Yavana opens with a bright, sunlit citrus blend where Amalfi lemon and bergamot provide a sharp, clean lift. African orange flower adds a soft, slightly honeyed edge to the top layer. This opening feels polished and direct, giving the fragrance an immediate presence that does not hide in the background.

The heart reveals a traditional white floral arrangement. Carnation brings a clove-like warmth, while jasmine and lily-of-the-valley offer a dewy, green freshness. As the flowers settle, the base begins to anchor the composition with amber and vanilla. Oakmoss adds a damp, earthy foundation that keeps the sweetness grounded and mature. The scent stays close enough to be noticed by those nearby yet maintains a steady, persistent trail throughout an evening out in cool air.

This is a fragrance built on classic structure. The vanilla and amber create a cozy, resinous body that suits a quiet, dimly lit atmosphere. It feels sophisticated and firmly rooted in its time. The mossy accord lingers alongside the spicy carnation, leaving a final impression of warm, aromatic vanilla.

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