Parfum De Sieste Caravane

Unisex
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Fragrance Story

Parfum de Sieste by Caravane is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for women and men. Parfum de Sieste was launched in 2009. The nose behind this fragrance is Barnabe Fillion. Top notes are Grapefruit, Incense, Lavender and Angelica; middle notes are Mastic or Lentisque, Bergamot, Labdanum and Cardamom; base notes are Incense, Myrrh, Atlas Cedar and Spanish Labdanum.

Composition Profile

amber 100%
aromatic 85%
citrus 70%
woody 60%
warm spicy 50%
balsamic 40%
musky 35%
fresh spicy 30%
lavender 25%
powdery 20%

About the Perfumer

Painting That Reflects Parfum De Sieste Caravane

The Demon Seated by Mikhail Vrubel

The Demon Seated by Mikhail Vrubel, 1890

This evocative painting captures the complex, mysterious aura of the fragrance. The rich textures and contemplative mood mirror the fragrance's depth and striking presence, while the bold use of color reflects its distinctive character.

Classic Song That Matches Parfum De Sieste Caravane

Song album cover

"Rhapsody in Blue" by George Gershwin, 1924

Like Parfum De Sieste Caravane, Gershwin's masterpiece seamlessly blends contrasting elements into a harmonious whole. The composition's elegant transitions between dynamic and serene passages mirror the fragrance's evolution on skin. Just as this scent brings together traditional and modern elements, "Rhapsody in Blue" merges classical structure with jazz improvisation, creating something sophisticated yet accessible—an auditory parallel to this fragrance's olfactory journey.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

The first impression, lasting 15-30 minutes

Grapefruit
Incense
Lavender
Angelica

Heart Notes

The core character, lasting 2-4 hours

Mastic or Lentisque
Bergamot
Labdanum
Cardamom

Base Notes

The lasting impression, 4+ hours

Incense
Myrrh
Atlas Cedar
Spanish Labdanum
Unique Character

Parfum De Sieste Caravane by Caravane offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

Parfum De Sieste Caravane embodies the distinctive style of Caravane while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

Parfum De Sieste Caravane is Ideal For

The Wanderer in Amber and Dust

The Essence of the Archetype

This person is, at their core, a Nomad—an archetype that embodies the restless spirit of movement, the wisdom of impermanence, and the deep, almost mystical connection to the unseen currents of life. The Nomad does not merely travel; they dissolve into landscapes, collecting textures, scents, and stories like a desert wind gathering sand. Parfum de Sieste Caravane, with its hypnotic blend of warm amber, sunbaked hay, and the ghostly whisper of spices, is their olfactory manifesto. It is a fragrance of transience, of pauses between journeys, of the quiet exhale before the next departure.

Their World: A Tapestry of Senses

Their tastes are not bound by convention but shaped by the raw poetry of experience. They prefer the rough grain of handmade paper to the gloss of screens, the slow burn of aged rum to the immediacy of vodka. Their wardrobe is an archive of textures—linen that wrinkles like ancient maps, leather softened by years of use, wool that still carries the scent of distant fires. They do not follow fashion; they wear time itself.

Philosophy, for them, is not an abstract exercise but a living thing, woven into their movements. They believe in the sacredness of the ephemeral—that beauty is most potent when it is fleeting. They distrust permanence, seeing it as stagnation in disguise. Their values are rooted in freedom, but not the reckless kind; theirs is a deliberate, almost reverent autonomy, a refusal to be owned by place or person.

Relationships: Intimacy Without Possession

They love deeply but lightly, like sunlight passing through leaves. Their connections are intense but often transient, not out of shallowness but because they understand that some bonds are meant to be seasons, not lifetimes. They are drawn to those who also carry the mark of the road—artists, wanderers, those who speak in riddles and silences. But this very quality can make them elusive, even to those who crave their presence.

Their shadow emerges here: a reluctance to commit, not out of fear, but out of an almost spiritual resistance to being anchored. They may leave behind lovers who mistake their warmth for permanence, friendships that expected more than they could give. Their greatest sin is not cruelty but absence—the way they vanish like mist when the air grows too still.

The Rhythm of Their Days

Their lifestyle is a dance between motion and stillness. They might spend months in a borrowed apartment in Marrakech, writing letters they never send, or vanish into the mountains with nothing but a notebook and a flask of tea. They work, but never in the way society demands—freelance, seasonal, always with an exit. Money is a means, never a master.

Yet this freedom has its cost. The Nomad risks becoming untethered, drifting so far that they forget how to stay. Their shadow whispers that they are running, not wandering—that their love of the horizon is just a refusal to face what lies within.

The Nomad’s Paradox

They are both free and lonely, wise and rootless. Parfum de Sieste Caravane is their scent because it captures the golden hour of their existence—the pause between footsteps, the moment when the journey is neither ahead nor behind, but simply is. They are not lost, but they are never quite found. And perhaps that is the point.

To meet them is to glimpse a life unshackled, but also to feel the quiet ache of what they leave behind. They are the fragrance of dust in sunlight—beautiful precisely because it will not last.

Pros

  • Exceptional longevity that lasts throughout the day
  • Complex evolution offers a rewarding sensory journey
  • Versatile enough for various occasions and seasons
  • Unique composition stands out from mainstream fragrances
  • High-quality ingredients ensure a premium experience

Cons

  • May be too intense for casual everyday wear
  • Higher price point reflects premium positioning
  • Bold projection might be overwhelming in close quarters
  • Certain notes may polarize some noses
  • Not ideal for those who prefer subtle, skin-close scents

Fictional Characters Who Would Wear This

👔

Harvey Specter

from "Suits"

Confident, polished, and always in control – this scent matches his sophisticated persona.

🕶️

James Bond

from "007 Series"

Elegant yet dangerous, with a complex character that unfolds over time, just like the fragrance.

👑

Daenerys Targaryen

from "Game of Thrones"

Commands attention with a powerful presence that balances fiery intensity and regal grace.

🧠

Sherlock Holmes

from "Sherlock Holmes"

Appreciates complexity and nuance, with a distinctive signature that's easily recognized.

💼

Miranda Priestly

from "The Devil Wears Prada"

Exudes authority and refined taste, with an unapologetic boldness that demands respect.