Mandarine & Maté Vert Carlotha Ray

For Women
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2021

At a glance

Is Mandarine & Maté Vert Carlotha Ray worth trying?

Mandarine & Maté Vert by Carlotha Ray is a fragrance for women.

Best match
Casual, Office wear in Spring, Summer
Performance feel
Moderate longevity with Intimate sillage
Signature profile
aromatic, citrus, fresh spicy with Mandarin Orange, Thyme, Lime

The first impression

Mandarine & Maté Vert by Carlotha Ray is a fragrance for women. Mandarine & Maté Vert was launched in 2021. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean-Michel Duriez. Top notes are Mandarin Orange, Thyme, Lime, Passionfruit and Lavender; middle notes are Osmanthus and Lime (Linden) Blossom; base notes are Mate, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Vetiver and Leather.

What shapes the scent

aromatic 100%
citrus 85%
fresh spicy 70%
floral 60%
fruity 50%
yellow floral 40%
sweet 35%
green 30%
fresh 25%
woody 20%

The perfumer behind it

Jean-Michel Duriez

Jean-Michel Duriez

Jean-Michel Duriez is a perfumer known for his work with both niche and designer brands. He created several fragrances for Carlotha Ray, including Mandarine & Maté Vert and Myrrhe & Bois Brûlés. His portfolio also includes D&G Anthology La Lune 18 and Escada's Especially Escada Delicate Notes. Duriez's style often features natural, woody, and gourmand elements.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Mandarin Orange Mandarin Orange
Thyme Thyme
Lime Lime
Passionfruit Passionfruit
Lavender Lavender

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Osmanthus Osmanthus
Lime (Linden) Blossom Lime (Linden) Blossom

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Mate Mate
Oakmoss Oakmoss
Patchouli Patchouli
Vetiver Vetiver
Leather Leather

The mood it creates

The Explorer Archetype: Portrait of Mandarine & Maté Vert Carlotha Ray

Essence

Mandarine & Maté Vert captures the Explorer's spirit - curious, adaptable, and forever chasing new horizons. The vibrant citrus top notes burst with the excitement of discovery, while the mate and oakmoss base grounds their adventures in earthy wisdom. This is a scent for those who find home in motion.

Style & Aesthetic

Their wardrobe favors functional elegance - linen shirts that wrinkle beautifully, crossbody bags with many compartments. They might wear a single bold accessory from some faraway market. Their living spaces feature travel sketches and potted herbs that thrive with minimal care.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in serendipity and the educational value of wrong turns. The osmanthus and linden blossom notes reflect their appreciation for fleeting beauty encountered en route. For them, the journey isn't metaphorical - it's a daily practice of attentive wandering.

Relationships

They collect people like passport stamps - deeply in the moment, but rarely stationary. Romantic partners appreciate their spontaneity but may crave more consistency. Their friendships span continents, maintained through postcards and shared memories of improbable adventures.

Lifestyle

Mornings start with foreign radio stations and citrus-infused water. They've mastered the art of packing light. Weekends find them at ethnic grocery stores or planning the next micro-adventure - perhaps a bike ride to discover some overlooked corner of their own city.

Shadow

The passionfruit sweetness hints at a tendency to romanticize the new at the expense of depth. Their restlessness can become avoidance, using motion to outrun commitment or difficult emotions. The leather base note suggests they sometimes armor themselves against true connection.

Conclusion

Mandarine & Maté Vert is a bottled compass - pointing not north, but toward the next intriguing detour. It's for those who measure life in experiences rather than possessions, finding poetry in train schedules and the scent of linden trees in unfamiliar streets.