Cristobal Balenciaga by Balenciaga

Cristobal Balenciaga

For Women
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Fragrance Story

Cristobal by Balenciaga is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women. Cristobal was launched in 1998. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Gillotin. Top notes are Fig Leaf, Carnation and Bergamot; middle notes are Peony, Freesia and Jasmine; base notes are Vanilla, Sandalwood and Patchouli.

Composition Profile

woody 100%
floral 85%
vanilla 70%
fresh 60%
warm spicy 50%
green 40%
powdery 35%
patchouli 30%
balsamic 25%
sweet 20%

About the Perfumer

Olivier Gillotin

Olivier Gillotin

Olivier Gillotin is a perfumer with a broad portfolio spanning luxury and celebrity fragrances. He created 10 Corso Como for the Milanese boutique, Amalfi Citrus for Alfred Dunhill, and Cristobal for Balenciaga. His celebrity scents include Midnight Heat for Beyoncé, Fantasy Naked for Britney Spears, and Ed Hardy Born Wild and Love & Luck for Christian Audigier. Gillotin also worked on Eternity Eau Fresh for Calvin Klein, showcasing his versatility.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Fig Leaf Fig Leaf
Carnation Carnation
Bergamot Bergamot

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Peony Peony
Freesia Freesia
Jasmine Jasmine

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Vanilla Vanilla
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Patchouli Patchouli

Character Profile

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