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Eau de parfum

Cale Fragranze d’Autore Preludio d'Oriente

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Gender:
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Fragrance information:

Preludio d'Oriente joined the Cale Fragranze d’Autore portfolio in 2008. A unisex fragrance belonging to the wood family. Perfumer Silvio Levi left a distinct mark on this composition. Offered in eau de parfum concentration.

Expect a moderate sillage — enough to be remembered, not enough to overwhelm. The longevity of this fragrance is moderate — exactly what most occasions call for. Country of origin — Italy. Preludio d'Oriente Cale Fragranze d’Autore unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.

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Description of the composition

The olfactory structure of Preludio d'Oriente evolves as a living composition, where layers reveal themselves with precision and warmth. The creative approach of Cale Fragranze d’Autore is recognizable in details that define the fragrance identity. Nothing here feels random, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de parfum sets the depth and body this composition needs.

At the note-group layer the composition is built around Citrus, Balsamic, Leather and Green. The palette also extends to Wood. At family level the composition sits in Wood.

Right at the start you sense sparkling citrus opening notes: Lemon and Mandarin.

When the opening settles you sense Incense, Suede and Wormwood holding a resinous meditative direction.

The olfactory framework is built around these accords: Citrus, Wood, Leather and Oriental forming a compact and readable structure. The gender direction is unisex, which makes the scent profile easier to read. In wear duration Middle points to a sustained drydown presence.

In summary Preludio d'Oriente holds a coherent structure — the opening sets direction, the middle layer carries the identity, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the fragrances best judged on skin.

Perfumers

Gender Unisex
Brand Cale Fragranze d’Autore
Segment Niche perfumery
Country Italy
Website http://calefragranzedautore.com
Year of production 2008
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum

Composition pyramid

Lemon
Mandarin
Incense
Suede
Wormwood
Oud
Patchouli
Sandalwood

Top notes

Heart notes

Base notes

Families

Fragrance characteristics

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Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
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Male
20%
Unisex
60%
Female
20%
What kind of event
Date
17%
Wedding
17%
Sport
0%
Sleep
0%
For party
17%
For every day
17%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
0%
Theatre
17%
Office
17%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
0%
Spring
Spring
50%
Summer
Summer
0%
Autumn
Autumn
50%
For what style / mood
Casual
50%
Gala
50%
Classic
0%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
0%
Sporty
0%
For what age
under 18
11%
18-25 years old
11%
26-35 years old
22%
36-45 years
22%
46+ years old
11%
Any
22%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
33%
1-2 atomisations
33%
2-3 atomisations
33%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
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On the chest
0%
On the wrist
33%
On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
33%
Behind the ears
33%
On the elbow
0%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
0%
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On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
33%
1-2 atomisations
33%
2-3 atomisations
33%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
33%
Exoticism
0%
Luxury
33%
Euphoria
0%
Passion
33%
Joy
0%
Calm
0%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
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Effect
Pleasant and unobtrusive
3
Intensity
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Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
Bottle
High quality
4
Spray
Spray
High quality
4
Packaging quality
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Packaging quality
High quality
4
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How I love it when frankincense and sandalwood combine so beautifully, creating an atmosphere of slowness and passion at the same time. Oud is also present here, and although I'm not a fan of it, in this composition it sounds simply amazing. Such harmony emerged that you just wonder. Citrus in the beginning, yes, but they disappear so quickly, as if they were never there. The bitterness of artemisia and a slightly rough leather are felt. This fragrance is truly captivating. But, girls, be careful. For those who consider perfumery strictly feminine or masculine, this fragrance might not seem entirely feminine. It is simultaneously calm and passionate, but at the same time strict and even a little sharp 😌
4/5
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The smell reminds me of a mix of spices, but for me, it's more like a cooled-down banya where it was heated so much that the stuffiness is just off the charts. Smoke and steam, wood - I don't feel anything special, I just buried my nose in my wrist all evening, but it's not something I want to wear. At first, it seems dense, but after 15-20 minutes it becomes lighter, as if trying to escape. It lasts about 4 hours on the skin, but that doesn't make me happy, rather it depresses me 😒
3/5
3
A chypre with a bitter touch, quite strict and restrained, it gives the impression that it's more for men. The scent is beautiful, but on my skin, it doesn't unfold as I'd like - it sounds too sharp
4/5
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On my skin, this fragrance didn't unfold at all like an oriental, but more like an old-school chypre. If I didn't know what perfume this was, I could easily confuse it with something classic, like Aramis or Jacomo de Jacomo. For me, it smells like bitter wormwood with woody notes in the base and a bit of leather. Strict and serious, even a bit harsh, it sets you up for focus and determination. This scent is definitely not for the frivolous, it has its own power. In my opinion, it's purely masculine. Its longevity is medium 😔
5/5
5
What a cool oriental scent! The opening is just gorgeous, reminds me of Clinique Elixir, but with interesting notes. There are spicy herbs with a slight bitterness, and agarwood, and even a bit of rubber… Plus, this dense, dark incense that adds mystery 🌟 I'm sure this fragrance should stay on our shelves for many years to come! It's so unique and original, unlike all these trendy "compote" smells that are everywhere. In short, it's a bold yet relaxing scent that definitely won't leave you indifferent. Unusual and very pleasant! 🎉
5/5
5
The oriental fragrance with spicy notes is simply mesmerizing! You can feel the bitterness of herbs, frankincense, and agarwood. It unfolds so brightly and cheerfully! The medicinal nuances that were there before disappear, and sandalwood and leather take their place. In warmth, this fragrance reveals itself much better than in the cold! It's worth wearing to refresh that monotonous smell heard everywhere. The scent is bold, even invigorating. It relaxes and brings peace. That's how it is. I don't know how else to explain it!)))

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