Le Rivage des Syrtes

Le Rivage des Syrtes is a floral gourmand with a pronounced citrus-fruity opening dominated by pineapple and orange. The initial burst is heavy and luscious, with a sweet, ripe impression that often evokes fruit like pineapple and sweet orange blossom, though the pineapple quickly fades. Over time, the fragrance settles into a warm, soft, powdery base featuring vanilla, amber, and musk. While some enjoy the comforting, skin-hugging drydown and appreciate the balance of sweetness and mild floral nuance, others find it one-dimensional, dominated by orange oil and lacking true complexity. It dries down to a creamy, slightly musky, vanilla-amber base, which may have a pleasant softness for some, but many report it as clumpy, cloying, or overly sweet. The scent can linger for up to 12 hours on some, but longevity is moderate for most, and sillage ranges from moderate to strong. A few describe it as being excessively dominated by orange oil or even unpleasant—strongly suggesting it's not suitable for those sensitive to citrus intensity or who dislike musky gourmands.