Reve Van Cleef & Arpels by Van Cleef & Arpels

Reve Van Cleef & Arpels

For Women
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2013

At a glance

Is Reve Van Cleef & Arpels worth trying?

Reve by Van Cleef & Arpels is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women.

Best match
Office, Evening wear in Spring, Summer
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
floral, fresh, fruity with Pear, Neroli, Peony
floral fresh fruity

The first impression

Reve by Van Cleef & Arpels is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women. Reve was launched in 2013. The nose behind this fragrance is Nathalie Feisthauer. Top notes are Pear and Neroli; middle notes are Peony, Lily and Osmanthus; base notes are Sandalwood and Amber.

What shapes the scent

floral 100%
fresh 85%
fruity 70%
white floral 60%
sweet 50%
rose 40%
aquatic 35%
soft spicy 30%
woody 25%

The perfumer behind it

Nathalie Feisthauer

Nathalie Feisthauer

Nathalie Feisthauer is a perfumer who has created for niche houses such as A-chromiq, Aedes de Venustas, and Alendor Perfumes. Her portfolio includes luminous and opaque contrasts in the Odr series for A-chromiq, as well as complex scents like Geschein for ANNO 1555. She also developed fragrances for Amaffi Perfume House, showcasing a range from floral to woody compositions.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Pear Pear
Neroli Neroli

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Peony Peony
Lily Lily
Osmanthus Osmanthus

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Sandalwood Sandalwood
Amber Amber

The mood it creates

The Innocent Archetype: Portrait of Reve Van Cleef & Arpels

Essence

The Innocent archetype embodies purity, optimism, and an unspoiled view of the world. Reve, with its pear, neroli, and peony, is a fragrance that dances on the edge of dawn-light, fresh, and brimming with possibility. It captures the essence of a soul untouched by cynicism, where every moment holds the promise of joy.

Style & Aesthetic

They gravitate toward soft, flowing fabrics in pastel hues, with a preference for delicate details like lace or embroidery. The floral-fruity accord of Reve mirrors their aesthetic-effortlessly elegant, never overpowering. Their wardrobe is a reflection of their belief in beauty as a gentle force, not a loud declaration.

Philosophy & Values

They hold fast to the idea that kindness is the highest virtue, and the world is fundamentally good. The sandalwood and amber base notes ground this optimism in warmth, suggesting a quiet resilience beneath their ethereal exterior. They believe in the power of small gestures-a smile, a handwritten note, a shared flower.

Relationships

Their friendships are built on trust and mutual uplift, free from drama or pretense. The aquatic freshness of Reve speaks to their ability to put others at ease, like a cool breeze on a summer day. In love, they are tender and devoted, though they may need protection from those who would exploit their openness.

Lifestyle

Their days are structured yet serene, filled with simple pleasures-morning walks, tea with friends, the occasional evening soirée. The moderate sillage of Reve reflects their preference for understatement, a life lived gracefully but without fanfare.

Shadow

The Innocent's greatest risk is naivety, a refusal to see the darker corners of the world. The sweet pear and neroli can tip into cloying if not balanced by the woody base, just as their optimism must be tempered by wisdom to avoid disillusionment.

Conclusion

Reve is the scent of a heart unburdened by jadedness, a reminder that lightness can coexist with depth. It is a fragrance for those who choose to see the world not as it is, but as it could be.

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