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Summer Siesta is a women’s eau de parfum by The Perfumist Ici Paris XL, a fragrance brand from the Netherlands.
The name alone sets the scene for a relaxed summer escape: warm air, an unhurried day and the feeling of being away from the hustle and bustle.
In character, the composition belongs to the floral and fruity fragrance families.
This scent is for those who enjoy a combination of juicy fruity softness, airy florals and a cozy, subtly sweet base without strict classical refinement.
Summer Siesta comes across as a bright, noticeable and feminine perfume with a very strong sillage.
It does not try to remain unnoticed: its scented cloud is easily perceived by those around you, making it especially fitting when you want to emphasize your mood and personal style.
The composition’s impression is built on the contrast between a fresh opening, a soft floral heart and a warm woody-musky depth.
As a result, Summer Siesta can sound different throughout the day: brighter and more sparkling at first, then softer, and finally calmer and more sensual.
The fragrance is best suited to the warm season, daytime walks, holidays, outdoor gatherings and summer evenings.
At the same time, its expressive sillage makes the eau de parfum suitable for cooler weather too, when its rich accents unfold especially beautifully.
Exact recommendations regarding the number of sprays on skin and clothing are not available for this release.
Given its very strong sillage, it is sensible to start with a small number of sprays and increase the intensity if necessary, taking the temperature, the thickness of your clothing and your personal sensitivity to fragrance into account.
On skin, Summer Siesta will appear softer and develop gradually throughout the day, while on fabric it usually retains a noticeable scented trail for longer.
Before applying it to delicate clothing, test the material’s reaction on an inconspicuous area.
If you like the idea of a rich, feminine perfume with a fruity-floral character and a pronounced base, you could try Salvador Dali Le Roy Soleil for comparison.
For further exploration, you might also consider Ted Lapidus Creation and Clive Christian X Neroli. These compositions differ in style, but may appeal to fans of noticeable, layered fragrances.
There is no information available about the release year, perfumer, collection or other concentrations of Summer Siesta.
Therefore, the fragrance is primarily interesting as a standalone release from The Perfumist Ici Paris XL: a bright, feminine perfume with a fruity-floral character, a warm finish and a sillage that is hard to miss.
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 rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
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
Citrusy accents give the opening a bright, lightly sparkling quality, while peach makes it juicier and rounder.
Jasmine, rose and vanilla unfold at the heart of the composition. The floral duo creates a feminine center, while vanilla lends it a soft gourmand warmth.
The base is built around musk, patchouli and sandalwood. The woody-musky dry-down makes the trail deeper, smoother and longer-lasting, while preserving Summer Siesta’s overall sunny mood.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | The Perfumist Ici Paris XL |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Website | https://www.iciparisxl.nl/the-perfumist/b/1079 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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