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Saltimbanque René Garraud is officially considered a feminine fragrance. In eau de toilette — and that's all it takes to fall in love.
France is where this fragrance comes from — and it shows. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
A great perfume doesn't need lengthy explanations — it speaks for itself. The official website of René Garraud — http://www.rigaud-perfumes.com.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The scent of Saltimbanque unfolds as a cohesive olfactory arc, where notes flow with precision and warmth. The signature of René Garraud is evident in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. Every decision feels deliberate, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de toilette supports the right density and pace of development.
The gender direction is feminine, which clarifies the composition character.
Even without a fully detailed top section the composition still remains balanced and structured, and the opening tone stays clean and precise.
The middle and base stages are felt as a smooth transition from opening to trail, which keeps the fragrance coherent.
Its family/group profile is still recognizable through stage transitions.
Taken together Saltimbanque holds a coherent structure — the first stage creates momentum, the middle layer carries the identity, while the drydown anchors the memory. This is the type of composition best judged in wear.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | René Garraud |
| Segment | Massmarket perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.garraud-paris.com |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
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